Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Children's House of Los Altos, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and implementing inclusive practices, I enhance student engagement and support diverse learning styles, ensuring every child thrives in a nurturing environment. Diversity and inclusiveness is key. I strive to make sure all students are heard and to make sure my team or any team I work with is well managed and taken care of.
Work History
Lead Teacher
Childrens House of Los Altos
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Infant Teacher
San Jose Day Nursery
Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
Provided thorough documentation of each child''s day-to-day activities, achievements, concerns, or incidents for both internal records and parental review upon request.
Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for infants to promote healthy eating habits from an early age.
Established clear expectations for infant behavior using age-appropriate boundaries.
Teacher /sub
Action Day Primary Plus
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Customer Service Representative
Walmart
Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
Managed cash register operations accurately, reducing the risk of shortages or overages in daily reconciliations.
Handled sensitive information securely while processing payments through various methods including cash, credit cards, and gift cards.
Trained new cashiers, enhancing team efficiency and accuracy in transactions.
Monitored inventory at checkout, ensuring high-demand items were always in stock.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Los Altos, CA
2012 - 2014
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Children Development
FootHill College
High School Diploma -
Westmont High-school
Campbell, CA
05.2009
Skills
Childcare needs
Lesson planning
Activity planning
Conflict resolution
Classroom management
Child development
Behavior modeling
Parent-teacher communication
Safety awareness
Parent-teacher collaboration
Lesson development
Staff development
Student engagement
Differentiated instruction
Teacher training
IEP support
Curricula development
Special education
Emotional support
Curriculum alignment
Team building
Inclusive practices
Family engagement
Assessment strategies
Feedback and evaluation
Diverse learning styles
Age-appropriate discipline
Teacher coaching
Childcare requirements
Department leadership
Relationship building
Behavior management
Curriculum implementation
Small group instruction
Positive role model and mentor
Curriculum development
Student assessment
Time management
Punctual and reliable
Computer skills
Customer service
Flexible schedule
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Childrens House of Los Altos
Infant Teacher
San Jose Day Nursery
Teacher /sub
Action Day Primary Plus
Customer Service Representative
Walmart
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
2012 - 2014
Associate of Applied Science - Children Development