Jennifer Carrillo
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Education professional with over 7 years of experience. Expertise in creating diverse activity plans and facilitating experiential learning opportunities to promote individual student development. Known for building strong rapport with students, faculty, and caregivers. Committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and safe learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prevention Specialist
Council on Recovery
Houston, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Develop and deliver educational programs focused on substance abuse prevention to various community groups, including schools and youth organizations.
- Collaborate with local organizations and stakeholders to implement community-based prevention initiatives.
- Provide counseling and support to individuals and families affected by substance abuse, offering resources and referrals as needed.
- Conduct assessments to identify risk factors and develop customized intervention plans for at-risk populations.
- Coordinate workshops and events aimed at raising awareness and educating the community about substance abuse prevention.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of prevention programs, adjusting strategies to maximize impact.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
St. Marks
Houston, TX
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Monitored and documented students' academic, social, and emotional progress, tailoring interventions to individual needs.
- Employed play-based learning strategies to engage students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained a well-structured classroom environment by setting clear standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans and activities to stimulate physical, academic, and social development.
- Collaborated with parents to build support networks and reinforce learning at home.
- Created a safe, nurturing learning environment for preschoolers, promoting holistic development.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Kipling
Houston, TX
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Designed and executed daily activities focused on enhancing students' cognitive and emotional growth.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents to discuss progress and recommend strategies for at-home support.
- Organized classroom settings to align with current educational practices, optimizing learning opportunities.
- Managed a team of educators to ensure consistent student support and classroom success.
Lead Teacher
Esperanza
Houston, TX
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Planned and implemented innovative curricula incorporating music, art, and literature to foster foundational skills.
- Reinforced positive behavior by setting clear expectations and modeling appropriate conduct.
- Maintained classroom safety through daily sanitization of toys and equipment.
- Collaborated with fellow educators and parents to facilitate positive student outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies, Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2023
Skills
- Early Childhood Development
- Student Engagement & Development
- Classroom Management & Behavior Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Design
- Social & Emotional Development
- Activity Planning & Execution
- Inclusive Learning Strategies
Certification
- Early Childhood Intervention Certificate - University of Houston
- RBT 40-Hour Training Certificate of Completion
- HSI CPR AED All Ages-DC class
Timeline
Prevention Specialist
Council on Recovery
11.2023 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
St. Marks
06.2019 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Kipling
06.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Teacher
Esperanza
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies, Psychology
University of Houston