Janette Carrizoza
Leman Academy Of Excellence
Tucson,AZ
24
years of professional experience
Committed to instilling curiosity and confidence in young children. Apply and adapt various education methods to cultivate each child's interests, self-esteem, and creativity.
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish. 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.
Concerned Youth Care Worker experienced in working with children and youth ranging from early childhood through teenagers. Guaranteeing adolescents are safe and well taken care of. Coping with crisis situations and empathizing with juveniles from different backgrounds. Builds rapport and relationships with each youth.
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
6 Years- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication, resulting in a stronger support system for student success.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Regularly communicated with parents about their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Youth Care Worker
1 Year 6 Months- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each youth''s specific needs.
- Assisted with daily living skills training, supporting self-sufficiency among program participants.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Established clear expectations for behavior within the residential facility, reinforcing accountability among youths in our care.
- Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
7 Months- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication, resulting in a stronger support system for student success.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
1 Year 1 Month- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Lead Pre-K Teacher/Morning Supervisor
5 Years 4 Months- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication, resulting in a stronger support system for student success.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Mentored new teachers in the Pre-K program, sharing insights and resources to help them succeed in their roles.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Maintained store cleanliness and presentation standards, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers.
- Managed vendor relationships to maintain consistent product deliveries and resolve any discrepancies or issues that arose promptly.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
7 Years 8 Months- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Provided individualized support for students with diverse needs, adapting instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Promoted early literacy skills by introducing age-appropriate reading materials and incorporating phonics instruction into daily lessons.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Youth Care Worker
2 Years 2 Months- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Substituted in absence of teachers during school hours.
- Attended treatment team meetings to discuss youth's mental and behavioral progress.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Early Childhood Education
Tactile Teaching Methods
Group and individual instruction
Classical Education
Progress Reporting
Documentation And Reporting
Parent-Teacher Communication
Classroom Organization
Child Development
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Conflict resolution techniques
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Vision Quest
09.2022 - 03.2024Read More
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Leman Academy Of Excellence
08.2020 - CurrentRead More
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Daisy Early Learning Academy
12.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Children's Learning Adventure
07.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Lead Pre-K Teacher/Morning Supervisor
Small Miracles
03.2013 - 07.2018Read More
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Kids Forever Learning Center
10.2004 - 06.2012Read More
Youth Care Worker
Those Who Care
08.2002 - 10.2004Read More
Desert View High School
High School Diploma
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