Jacqueline Villegas
Los Banos,CA
Summary
Child Development professional with a background in early childhood education and expanded learning programs across preschool through high school settings. Skilled in planning, implementing, and leading engaging academic, social-emotional, and enrichment activities for children and families .
Experienced in overseeing daily classroom and program operations, conducting developmental observations, and creating safe, inclusive learning environments that support the needs of both students and families. Demonstrated leadership in delivering group instruction, facilitating age-appropriate curriculum, and coordinating college and career readiness workshops. Adept at building strong, culturally responsive partnerships with students, families, and colleagues to foster collaboration, trust, and student success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Merced County Office of Education
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment for students.
- Facilitated daily activities, promoting social interaction and emotional growth among children.
- Observed student progress, providing feedback to teachers for individualized support strategies.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime activities, ensuring student safety at all times.
- Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
College Success Coach
Merced county of Education
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions for high school students, focusing on college and career readiness.
- Design and implement college preparatory workshops, including sessions on financial aid, scholarship applications, and career exploration.
- Coordinate and manage college fairs, providing students with resources and networking opportunities.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student needs and inform coaching approaches.
- Led training sessions for fellow coaches on best practices in academic support methods.
- Conducted workshops on a variety of topics such as time management, goal setting, and effective communication.
Behavior Technician
Learning Arts
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed and executed personalized behavior intervention plans for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- Provided consistent one-on-one support, implementing strategies to enhance social, communication, and adaptive skills.
- Monitored and documented behavioral progress, and conducted monthly one-on-one meetings with parents to discuss their child's progress and the new assessments to be implemented.
Practicum Teacher
Child Development Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Created and maintained a clean, safe, and organized learning environment.
- Developed and implemented a weekly curriculum for toddlers: Incorporated diverse activities supporting cognitive, social, and emotional development, aligned with NAEYC standards.
- Conducted assessments using the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP): Evaluated and documented children's developmental progress, tailoring instructional strategies to individual needs.
- Led group activities: Facilitated large and small group activities including circle time, story sessions, and creative play, fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment.
- Supervised outdoor play: Ensured a safe and stimulating environment, encouraged physical activity, and facilitated social interaction.
- Maintained effective communication with parents: Provided daily updates on children's activities, behavior, and developmental milestones; addressed concerns and questions.
- Conducted annual parent teacher conferences and shared DRDP report with parents.
Infant Development and Group Care Lab
Child Development Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Actively assisted lead teachers in managing and supervising large groups of infants during structured and unstructured activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Engaged directly with infants during outdoor play sessions, facilitating activities that promote sensory exploration, gross motor development, and social interaction.
- Observed and documented infants' behaviors and interactions, providing valuable insights to teachers regarding developmental progress and needs.
- Supported individual and group activities such as guided play, storytelling, and music time, helping to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized outdoor play area, addressing any safety concerns promptly to ensure a hazard-free experience for the infants.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Child Development
California State University-Stanislaus
Turlock, CA05.2024
Skills
- Public speaking
- Financial Administration
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
- Student Monitoring and Assessments
- Family engagement activities
- Data Management
- Organization
- Group leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Drive)
- Office Equipment: Printers, Scanners, Copiers, Fax Machine
- Effective Communication
Certification
- CPR
- Mandate Reporting
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Merced County Office of Education
11.2024 - Current
College Success Coach
Merced county of Education
01.2024 - 05.2024
Practicum Teacher
Child Development Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Infant Development and Group Care Lab
Child Development Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Behavior Technician
Learning Arts
05.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Child Development
California State University-Stanislaus
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