Gwendolyn Sotelo
Renton,WA
Summary
I have worked with children for five years in a daycare setting. I have experience as a teacher in a classroom as well as a team lead, helping in the office, and Assistant Director. I love being a teacher, and working at The Learning Experience. Unfortunately, that kind of schedule does not work with what I need at the moment for my child and for myself. My daughter will be joining Pre-K and I will be available anytime after 3:30 until late evening/night. Which is why I am sending in my resume for this position for Household Manager/Nanny.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
The Learning Experience
Maple Valley, WA
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluated existing systems and processes in order to recommend improvements.
- Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
- Maintained close relationships with key stakeholders while managing expectations.
- Provided guidance to departmental staff in resolving customer complaints.
- Developed and managed a team of 28 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
Maple Valley
08.2023 - Current
TEAM LEAD
Childtime
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Delegated tasks to team members according to project requirements and employee strengths
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
- Evaluated employee performance through quarterly reviews using established criteria, exercising astute assessment skills
- Ensured the safe and timely production of scheduled deliverables by effectively utilizing people, equipment, and material
- Collaborated with functional groups and leadership to evaluate, prioritize, plan, and execute new projects
- Implemented strategies to improve employee morale through recognition programs and incentives, displaying adept motivational techniques
- Suggested changes to standard operational and working practices, providing leadership needed to develop and implement continuous improvements.
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Childtime
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, investigate, and explore
- Instructed students on proper hygiene habits such as handwashing or brushing teeth
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques while interacting with children to promote self-esteem and foster social skills
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects based upon state standards as well as student interests
- Maintained accurate records of attendance as well as grades for each student in the class
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum design that met the developmental needs of all students in the class
- Established an organized filing system for easy access to student records such as medical information
- Attended parent-teacher conferences offering feedback on academic progress made by each student throughout the year
- Monitored playground activities during recess periods providing guidance when needed
- Assessed individual needs of students by observing behavior in order to create an effective classroom management system
- Provided a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations set forth by state agencies governing childcare centers
- Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials were available at all times
- Communicated effectively with administrators regarding any issues or concerns within the classroom.
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Kids Klub Child Development Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Monitored playground activities during outside periods providing guidance when needed
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects based upon state standards as well as student interests
- Established an organized filing system for easy access to student records such as medical information
- Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials were available at all times
- Created engaging bulletin boards that displayed relevant material related to current topics being studied
- Instructed students on proper hygiene habits such as handwashing or brushing teeth
- Attended parent-teacher conferences offering feedback on academic progress made by each student throughout the year
- Engaged in meaningful conversations with parents about their child's educational progress on a regular basis
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques while interacting with children to promote self-esteem and foster social skills
- Communicated effectively with administrators regarding any issues or concerns within the classroom.
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Childtime
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Attended parent-teacher conferences offering feedback on academic progress made by each student throughout the year
- Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials were available at all times
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum design that met the developmental needs of all students in the class
- Document child's progress
- Assessed individual needs of students by observing behavior in order to create an effective classroom management system
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, investigate, and explore
- Instructed students on proper hygiene habits such as handwashing or brushing teeth
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations set forth by state agencies governing childcare centers
- Communicated effectively with administrators regarding any issues or concerns within the classroom
- Provided a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Childtime
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Developed and maintained consistent, positive relationships with children
- Helped to maintain a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom
- Cleaned classrooms and organized instruction materials in appropriate locations
- Assisted teachers with lesson plans and classroom activities, while encouraging student participation.
CASHIER
Goodwill
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Manage transactions with customers using cash registers
- Scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate
- Collect payments whether in cash or credit
- Issue receipts, refunds, change or tickets
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning
- Maintained cash accuracy by working with supervisor to correct deficiencies
- Managed large amounts of cash accurately during busy hours in a fast-paced environment.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tahoma High School
Maple Valley, WASHINGTON06.2018
Skills
- Tutoring Expertise
- Food Handling Preparation
- Home Schooling Knowledge
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Educational Strategies
- Classroom Observation
- Professional Caregiver
- Toileting and Feeding
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Early Childhood Development
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Student Engagement and Development
- Letter and Number Instruction
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Child CPR and First Aid
- 30 Hours Stars Training
- Lesson Development
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Childcare Needs
- Lesson Planning
- Training and Mentoring
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Child Development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Team Building
- Student Assessment
- Professional Development
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Assistant Director
The Learning Experience
12.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
08.2023 - Current
TEAM LEAD
Childtime
01.2023 - 03.2023
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Childtime
09.2022 - 03.2023
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Kids Klub Child Development Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
LEAD EARLY PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Childtime
12.2018 - 03.2020
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Childtime
09.2018 - 12.2018
CASHIER
Goodwill
01.2016 - 06.2018
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tahoma High School
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