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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Toy Box Too
07.2023 - Current
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Children's Garden LLC
08.2019 - 07.2023
Collaborating with parents or guardians to assist children between 4 - 5 years of age reach developmental goals
Creating and implementing lessons that reflect the interest and prior knowledge of students
Observing, evaluating, and documenting student performance
Conducting conferences to discuss student performance with parents or guardians.
Integrated Curriculum Practicum
The Children's Garden Development Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
On site practicum at The Children's Garden Development Center
Worked alongside educators in a preschool classroom.
Practicum 1
Dona Ana County Head Start
08.2019 - 12.2019
On site practicum at Dona Ana County Head Start
Worked alongside educators in a toddler classroom.
Practicum 2
Myrna's Children's Village
01.2019 - 05.2019
On site practicum at Myrna's Children's Village
Worked alongside educators at NMSU's school for young children in a Pre-Kindergarten classroom.
Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Children's Garden LLC
08.2016 - 05.2019
Developed creative and interactive activities to students between 4 - 5 years of age
Communicated with families regarding developmental progress, concerns, and student behavior
Attended educator's trainings to gain and improve professional competence.
Education
BA in Applied Studies, Zero to Four -
New Mexico State University
01.2022
AA in Early Childhood Education -
New Mexico State University
01.2019
Skills
Classroom Management
Gross Motor Skills Development
Parent-Teacher Communication
Play-Based Learning
Progress Reporting
Classroom Organization
Lesson Planning
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Campus Activities
RECE Conference, 11/01/19, Collaborated on a research project regarding cultural backgrounds and struggles in the DACC and NMSU transfer process alongside Dr. Lynn Bagwell, Dr. Wenjie Wang, and Professor Kathryn Million.