Karla Leyva-Avila
Pontiac,MI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Aspirant Director position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assisant Director
The Montessori of Five Points - KinderCare
05.2022 - Current
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensured compliance with state education standards by regularly reviewing curriculum materials and teaching practices.
- Improved internal communication with introduction of monthly newsletter, keeping staff informed and engaged.
- Boosted departmental performance, establishing clear metrics and accountability standards.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Worked with director for recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Worked with director to conduct regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Scheduling tours, completing tours, following up with tours
- Enrolling families
- Oversaw children's files, making sure all paperwork is updated and ready for licensing
Lead Infant Teacher
The Montessori of Five Points - KinderCare
11.2016 - 05.2022
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Fostered language development in infants by incorporating sign language instruction into daily interactions and teaching routines.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
- Enhanced overall classroom management efficiency by streamlining processes such as attendance tracking, diaper changes, snack distribution, and activity setup.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Managed inventory of classroom supplies, ensuring all necessary materials were readily available for planned activities and lessons.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for infants by adhering to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of each infant''s developmental milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for each infant to ensure progress towards developmental goals.
- Conducted regular assessments of infant progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Infant/ Toddler Room Teacher's Assistant
The Montessori School of Five Points
03.2014 - 11.2016
- Helped established partnerships with families through ongoing dialogue about their child''s growth, interests, and accomplishments within the classroom setting.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices related to early childhood education principles for young learners.
- Coordinated with teachers special events and celebrations within the classroom setting, creating memorable experiences for families while fostering a sense of community among parents and children alike.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, medication administration logs, incident reports, and other required documentation per state guidelines.
- Provided consistent supervision during both structured activities and free play sessions while anticipating possible hazards or conflicts between children in order to maintain safety at all times.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a nurturing and safe environment for toddlers, fostering social growth and emotional wellbeing.
- Implemented with teachers daily routines to promote structure, consistency, and predictability within the classroom setting.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture within the early learning center by collaborating effectively with colleagues and demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05.2021
Skills
- Staff Management
- Creative Direction
- Employee Relations
- Task Delegation
- Reliability
- Recruitment and hiring
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Assisant Director
The Montessori of Five Points - KinderCare
05.2022 - Current
Lead Infant Teacher
The Montessori of Five Points - KinderCare
11.2016 - 05.2022
Infant/ Toddler Room Teacher's Assistant
The Montessori School of Five Points
03.2014 - 11.2016
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oakland Community College
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