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Jocelyn Chavez

Argyle

Summary

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Early childhood education professional, well-prepared for leadership roles in preschool settings. Proven track record of designing and implementing engaging learning activities that promote cognitive and social development. Committed to fostering collaborative team environment and adapting to changing classroom needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Teacher Leader

Bright Horizons Children's Center
01.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Coordinated special events or programs for the preschool community, strengthening bonds between students, families, and staff members.
  • Championed inclusive practices within the preschool setting by adapting curriculum content as needed for children with differing abilities or needs, ensuring equal opportunity for all learners.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in early childhood education for continuous improvement of teaching methods.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support.
  • Promoted diversity within the classroom by incorporating multicultural materials and lessons that celebrated various cultural backgrounds of students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, leading to improved student outcomes.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, providing guidance and support to improve teaching practices and classroom management strategies.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Organized successful parent-teacher conferences, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student performance and expectations for continued success.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.

Preschool Teacher Leader

Primrose Schools
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in early childhood education for continuous improvement of teaching methods.
  • Championed inclusive practices within the preschool setting by adapting curriculum content as needed for children with differing abilities or needs, ensuring equal opportunity for all learners.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, providing guidance and support to improve teaching practices and classroom management strategies.
  • Organized successful parent-teacher conferences, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student performance and expectations for continued success.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Assisted and supervised 1:15 ratio through entire school day.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Child Education

WGU

High School Diploma -

Lamar High School
Arlington, TX
05-2011

Skills

  • Classroom organization
  • Health and safety
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Classroom management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Curriculum planning
  • Bilingual in spanish
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Child CPR and first aid
  • Sensory activities

Accomplishments

    CDA certified

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate

Timeline

Preschool Teacher Leader

Bright Horizons Children's Center
01.2020 - Current

Preschool Teacher Leader

Primrose Schools
07.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Early Child Education

WGU

High School Diploma -

Lamar High School

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