Kimberly Mendez
Tulia,TX
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Treehouse Children's Academy
2022.12 - Current
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- 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.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
2019.01 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Early Childhood Educators
Trinity Lutheran Child Development Center
2021.04 - 2022.12
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Labor Team Member
Seasonal Contract
2019.05 - 2019.08
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tulia High School
Tulia, TX05.2020
Skills
- Classroom Observation
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Self-Esteem Education
- Individualized Support
- Safety Awareness
- Transition Coordination
- Meal Organizing
- Arts and Crafts
- Educational Strategies
- Attention to detail
- Hard-working
- Sorting and labeling
- Restocking supplies
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Treehouse Children's Academy
2022.12 - Current
Early Childhood Educators
Trinity Lutheran Child Development Center
2021.04 - 2022.12
Labor Team Member
Seasonal Contract
2019.05 - 2019.08
Babysitter
Self-employeed
2019.01 - Current
High School Diploma -
Tulia High School
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