Karla Duran
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Attentive and creative Preschool Lead Teacher, passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills to promote well-being. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced in providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Inspired to promote physical health, emotional and social health as complement to academic progress. Comfortable interacting with all levels of the organization and public. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
KIdz Creative Corner
09.2019 - Current
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Created a safe, developmentally-appropriate environment for the children
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles
- Developed well-managed classroom of 16 children
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
Lead Teacher
Swift Child Care
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Created a safe, developmentally-appropriate environment for the children
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles
- Developed well-managed classroom of 16 children
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
Deli Clerk
Treasure Island Foods
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Distributed new item samples to customers in order to provide opportunities for individuals to try products before purchase
- Maintained work areas by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and providing machinery upkeep
- Prepared orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses
- Protected food from spoilage by storing according to safety procedures
- Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
Deli Clerk
Mariano's
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Observed key food safety procedures by making sure that cold and frozen items were stored properly and at the appropriate temperatures
- Maintained work areas by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and providing machinery upkeep
- Removed trash and dropped food items regularly to keep workspaces neat and clean
- Stayed calm and professional in all situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction
- Kept all utensils, dishes and glasses clean and ready for customer use.
Cashier
Devon Market
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Protected company reputation and built loyal client base by working relentlessly to resolve problems and improve customer satisfaction
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
- Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Waitress
La Pasadita Express
06.2012 - 05.2014
- Cleaned, sanitized and organized food speed racks, bins and dry storage racks to keep food storage areas neat and prevent food-borne illness
- Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service
- Frequently communicated with kitchen staff to stay up to date on supply availability and potential customer wait times
- Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation
- Explained preparation of various menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods to customers.
Education
Some College (No Degree): Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern University
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma -
Rickover Naval Academy
Chicago, IL06.2014
Skills
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Communication
- Team building
- Lesson planning
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Fluent in Spanish
- Behavior Modeling
- Child Development
- Special Education
- Childcare Needs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher
KIdz Creative Corner
09.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher
Swift Child Care
09.2017 - 07.2019
Deli Clerk
Treasure Island Foods
03.2017 - 08.2017
Deli Clerk
Mariano's
07.2015 - 08.2016
Cashier
Devon Market
01.2014 - 02.2015
Waitress
La Pasadita Express
06.2012 - 05.2014
Some College (No Degree): Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern University
High School Diploma -
Rickover Naval Academy
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