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Jennifer Ortega

Dallas

Summary

Dynamic daycare teacher with a proven track record at Adventure Kids Playcare, skilled in lesson planning and classroom management. Expertly fostered children's cognitive and social development through engaging activities, while ensuring safety and effective communication with parents. Committed to creating a nurturing environment that promotes problem-solving and teamwork. CPR and first aid certified.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Adventure Kids Playcare
Dallas, TX
03.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive and social development.
  • Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines.
  • Collaborated with parents to communicate progress and address concerns effectively.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork and cooperation among children.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles and needs of children.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.

Babysitter

Self-employeed
Dallas, TX
08.2018 - Current
  • Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout care sessions.
  • Developed personalized care plans that accommodated individual needs and preferences of children.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
  • Implemented educational activities to promote learning and development in a fun environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TX
01-2028

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dallas College
Dallas, Texas, TX
05-2022

Skills

  • Time management
  • Child safety
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Lesson planning
  • Problem-solving
  • CPR and first aid
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Classroom management

Certification

CPR and First Aid

Texas Foods Handlers

SIDS

Autism Spectrum Disorder Childcare Strategies for Managing Behavior and Classrom

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Adventure Kids Playcare
03.2025 - Current

Babysitter

Self-employeed
08.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dallas College