Judy Chen
San Francisco,Ca
Summary
Caring and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher with a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to nurturing young learners. Experienced in developing creative lesson plans, fostering social and emotional development, and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Skilled in communicating effectively with parents, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting children’s individual learning needs through play-based and structured activities. Dedicated to creating a safe, engaging space where children can explore, grow, and succeed.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Sunnyvale School District Itself
05.2025 - Current
- Follow lesson plans left by the regular teacher to ensure consistent instruction.
- Manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive, respectful learning environment.
- Supervise students in all areas of the school, including classroom, recess, lunch, and transitions.
- Communicate effectively with students and staff.
- Adapt quickly to different classroom routines, grade levels, and subjects.
- Leave written notes for the regular teacher outlining the day’s events, student behavior, and any issues that occurred.
Substitute teacher
Cupertino Union school district
05.2025 - Current
- Ensure learning by filling in for absent teachers and adapting to student needs.
- Maintain a safe, productive classroom, supervising children effectively.
- Adapt lesson plans for diverse learning styles, fostering inclusivity.
- Supportive role in maintaining continuity in education.
After school Preschool Teacher
Yew Chung International School
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Guide children in after-school activities, fostering a safe learning environment.
- Evaluated children's developmental milestones, using insights to adjust teaching strategies, resulting in marked gains in overall classroom engagement.
- Facilitated engaging after-school activities, nurturing children's curiosity and enhancing their social skills in a safe environment.
Preschool Teacher (2-3 Years Old)
The Children Preschool Center
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Create a super fun and safe environment where kids can learn through play
- Plan engaging activities that allow children to use their own imagination to be creative, explore, and grow in all the important ways - socially, emotionally, and more
- Team up with parents and build positive relationships to support each child's unique journey
- Supervise toddlers in a group setting (ratio 1-6)
- Ability to relate to children and adults in a positive, respectful manner
Preschool Teacher (Pre-K)
The Whistle Stop Child Development Center
02.2008 - 11.2008
- Collaborate and support the classroom teacher with the preparation of materials for lesson plans
- Document child interactions
- Participating in parent-teacher conferences
- Participating in meetings
- Implement fun, creative, and appropriate curriculum for children
- Developmentally-appropriate learning
- Ensure child safety and design engaging activities for preschoolers
Assistant Preschool Teacher (3-4 Years Old)
Kinder Care Learning Center
05.2005 - 08.2005
- Support learning and enhance social skills in a collaborative environment
- Foster growth through innovative teaching methods and measurable results
- Implement creative curriculum adaptations that bridge play and learning, introducing age-appropriate STEM concepts while documenting individual developmental progress.
- Collaborate with the Lead teacher on children's assessments
- Working under a head teacher to ensure and maintain a nurturing classroom
- Prepare daily materials instructed by the head teacher that highlight the interest and development of the children
- Develop trusting relationships with children and parents
- Assists prepare ongoing records and assessments of children's development
- Maintain ongoing open communication with parents and attend parent conferences
- Participating in parent-teacher conferences
- Supervise and interact with children
- Preparing Meals for children
- Implement appropriate activities for children
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CAChild Development and Family Studies
Community College
San Francisco, CASkills
- Growth
- Patience
- Creativity
- Emotional Intelligence
- Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Adaptability
- Teaching diverse learners
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Hands-on activities
- Assessment techniques
- Health and safety
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom management
- Safety awareness
- Elementary education
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Sunnyvale School District Itself
05.2025 - Current
Substitute teacher
Cupertino Union school district
05.2025 - Current
After school Preschool Teacher
Yew Chung International School
01.2024 - 06.2025
Preschool Teacher (2-3 Years Old)
The Children Preschool Center
03.2015 - 02.2016
Preschool Teacher (Pre-K)
The Whistle Stop Child Development Center
02.2008 - 11.2008
Assistant Preschool Teacher (3-4 Years Old)
Kinder Care Learning Center
05.2005 - 08.2005
Child Development and Family Studies
Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
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