Kripa Nankani
Cupertino
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with a California Master Teacher Permit and over 7 years of instruction. Collaborates with co-teachers to enhance small-group reading and math support, leads engaging art activities, and implements effective behavior guidance. Organizes clerical tasks, tracks student progress, and enforces safety protocols to foster a secure, dynamic learning environment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
AFTER-SCHOOL TEACHER
KinderCare at Stocklmeir Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
- Partner closely with the co-teacher in a classroom of 18 TK–K students to plan and implement engaging daily lessons, learning centers, daily storytime read-alouds, and structured classroom routines.
- Facilitated engagement and comprehension for 2 non-English-speaking students using visual cues and translation tools.
- Planned, prepped materials, and facilitated 50+ hands-on art activities, providing step-by-step guidance to support fine motor skills.
- Utilized calming techniques, proactive redirection, and positive reinforcement for effective 1-on-1 emotional regulation.
- Supported 2 non-English-speaking students by implementing visual cues and translation tools to ensure active engagement and clear understanding.
- Communicate student progress, daily routines, and behavioral growth through daily conversations, newsletters, and student work samples.
- Oversaw student safety and operations, managing outdoor play, bathroom routines, station sanitization, and clerical tasks.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (SHORT-TERM / ON-CALL)
Bright Horizons
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Supported lead teacher in executing daily lesson plans for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers through targeted 1-on-1 and small-group interventions to enhance learning outcomes.
- Led engaging storytimes to develop early literacy and listening comprehension skills.
- Facilitated creative art activities to encourage sensory and motor development.
- Assisted with meals, diapering, sanitation, and daily self-care routines following safety standards.
- Created a calm, structured, and welcoming classroom environment that fostered student engagement and comfort.
- Ensured protection of child and family records in strict compliance with California state regulations to maintain confidentiality and trust.
TEACHER (KG and Grade 1)
04.2014 - 12.2019
- 5+ years of prior elementary classroom experience in India, with complete details and references available upon request.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Kakatiya University
IndiaAssociate of Arts - Child Development
De Anza College
Cupertino06-2026
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Preparation
- Teaching support
- Student Support
- Child Development
- Teacher Collaboration
- Classroom Coordination
- Educational Technology
Certification
- California Child Development Permit – Master Teacher Level
- Safety-Care Training
- Mandated Reporter
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (SHORT-TERM / ON-CALL)
Bright Horizons
06.2025 - 10.2025
AFTER-SCHOOL TEACHER
KinderCare at Stocklmeir Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
TEACHER (KG and Grade 1)
04.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Kakatiya University
Associate of Arts - Child Development
De Anza College