Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Focuses on developing socio-emotional skills and positive relationships in the classroom.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
USF Preschool For Creative Learning
05.2021 - Current
Maintains classrooms by clearly outlining expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Develops strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Creates a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Improved student comprehension academically and socio-emotionally through the use of engaging visual aids and hands-on activities.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Captain
Catering By Robert
06.2021 - 11.2022
Conferred with event staff to relay timeline and details of event.
Coordinated with participating vendors during event to maintain the event timeline.
Supervised and advised servers and kitchen staff.
Worked closely with couples during events to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines, and resolve complaints or service issues.
Server
Catering By Robert
11.2019 - 11.2022
Enhanced guest experience by providing attentive service and anticipating their needs during wedding events.
Displayed excellent multitasking skills while balancing various responsibilities during high-pressure wedding events.
Ensured timely setup of weddings by collaborating closely with event coordinators and other staff members.
Demonstrated adaptability and quick thinking when faced with unexpected challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to the event schedule.
Teacher Intern
USF Preschool For Creative Learning
02.2021 - 04.2021
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Promoted a positive learning environment with clear expectations, consistent discipline, and effective classroom management techniques.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Counselor
Orange County Parks And Recreation
08.2018 - 01.2021
Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Cares Act Application Reviewer
Orange County Government
06.2020 - 09.2020
Maintained strong attention to detail while reviewing numerous documents daily, ensuring consistent quality and accuracy.
Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information.
Reduced turnaround time for reviews by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
12.2022
Skills
Parent-Teacher Communication
Behavior Management
Behavior Modeling
Special Education Support
Problem-Solving
Conflict Resolution
Diversity and Inclusion
Adaptability and Flexibility
Oral communication
Lesson Planning & Implementation
Certification
Completed 17 trainings and courses provided by DCF