Karla Chavez
San Mateo,US
Summary
Experienced with creating stimulating and safe learning environment for young children. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance developmental milestones and foster love for learning. Knowledge of effective classroom management and communication techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Building Kidz School
San Mateo, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to early childhood learning standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Utilized various teaching tools and resources to enhance classroom activities and student engagement.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and address developmental concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and behavior for assessments and reporting purposes.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching methods and stay current with educational trends.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
Intern
Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC) DCC
Palo Alto
11.2024 - 05.2025
Babysitter
Maria Luisa Cardoza
San Francisco, CA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
- Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
Teacher Aide
Medina Family Daycare
San Mateo, CA
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Canada College
Redwood City, CA05.2025
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Early childhood education
- Curriculum planning
- Language development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom organization
- Safety procedures
- Behavior management
- Certified in early childhood education
- Progress reporting
- Science exploration
- Gross motor skills
- Motor skill development
Languages
English (Highly proficient), Spanish (Native).
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Building Kidz School
06.2025 - Current
Intern
Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC) DCC
11.2024 - 05.2025
Babysitter
Maria Luisa Cardoza
12.2023 - 03.2024
Teacher Aide
Medina Family Daycare
11.2021 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Canada College
Courses
- ECE. 201 Child Development
- ECE. 210 Early Childhood Education Principles
- ECE. 211 Early Childhood Education Curriculum
- ECE. 212 Child, Family, and Community
- ECE. 254 Teaching in a Diverse Society
- ECE. 260 Children with Special Needs
- ECE. 313 Health, Safety and Nutrition
- ECE. 333 Observation and Assessment of Young Children
- ECE. 366 Practicum in Early Childhood Education