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Jenessy Mercado

Sunnyside

Summary

Experienced in creating supportive and engaging learning environments for young children, bringing a wealth of knowledge in early childhood education principles. Strong focus on effective communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at assisting in classroom activities. Passion lies in fostering positive interactions among students and families, ensuring a nurturing and inclusive educational experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Classroom Aide

Inspire Development Centers
08.2024 - Current
  • Executed regular cleaning and disinfection routines for classrooms.
  • Promoted healthy habits among students by teaching proper hand-washing techniques, supervising snack time, and encouraging physical activity during outdoor playtime.
  • Supported lead teacher in developing lesson plans, focusing on individualized learning for each child.
  • Managed student behavior effectively, implementing consistent rules and expectations to maintain a structured learning environment.
  • Provided children with opportunities for hands-on learning through art projects, sensory play, and outdoor exploration.
  • Assisted in preparing the classroom environment for special events or celebrations, creating festive decorations and arranging materials needed for activities.
  • Enhanced document creation and data organization using advanced features in Microsoft tools like Word, Sheets, and Publisher.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Serve as liaison between parents and staff disseminating and requesting information as instructed by staff/parents.
  • Immediately report incidents, accidents or unusual situations.
  • Performed duties as Center Administration Assistant.
  • Facilitated efficient phone call operations.
  • Direct parents to the correct administrator for any questions or concerns.
  • Conducted printing, faxing, and copying of significant paperwork.
  • Contacted parents about students' attendance.
  • Ensured compliance with procedures for receiving and releasing children.
  • Welcomed parents with professionalism and courtesy.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Inspire Development Centers
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Created Lesson plans.
  • Schedule conferences and home visits.
  • Communication with parents (bilingual).
  • Inputting daily observations of kids performance.
  • Supervised the children while they were engaged in various activities such as arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play.
  • Inputting daily routines such as: parent communication, home learning tasks, teacher and parent goals, and student progress.
  • Helped students learn basic academic skills such as counting, alphabet recognition, writing letters and numbers.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and daily notes on each child's performance.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Assisted in creating and implementing lesson plans for preschoolers.
  • Developed meaningful relationships with all students based on trust and respect.
  • Established strong communication channels between home and school by responding promptly to emails or phone calls from parents.

Cashier

Little Caesars Pizza
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
  • Provided friendly service and assistance to guests.
  • Made sure that all goals were met at the end of my work day.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.

Cashier

Jack in the Box
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Provided excellent customer service.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.

Daycare Assistant

Spongebob Daycare
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest, and learning time.

  • Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
  • Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
  • Kept accurate records of attendance, meals served, nap times and other important information related to childcare.
  • Provided supervision and care to young children ranging from infants to pre-school age.

Education

ECE Initial Certificate -

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
03.2024

High School Diploma -

Sunnyside High School
Sunnyside, WA
06-2021

Skills

  • Bilingual (English and Spanish)
  • Multitasking and quick decision making
  • Tech-Savvy: Microsoft word, excel, sheets, publisher
  • Classroom monitoring
  • Passion for Childcare
  • Self Motivation
  • No Child Left Behind Requirement
  • Parental Communication Skills
  • Calm and patient
  • Activity Planning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • First aid and CPR
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Preschool Classroom Aide

Inspire Development Centers
08.2024 - Current

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Inspire Development Centers
10.2023 - 08.2024

Cashier

Little Caesars Pizza
02.2022 - 10.2023

Cashier

Jack in the Box
06.2021 - 01.2022

Daycare Assistant

Spongebob Daycare
03.2020 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

Sunnyside High School

ECE Initial Certificate -

Columbia Basin College
Jenessy Mercado