Kristen Morenos
Martinez,GA
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 2 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Savannah River Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Created developmentally appropriate, differentiated instruction for students that focused on current problem solving skills, critical thinking, and collaboration.
- Identified, created, and modified instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and learning needs in collaboration with grade-level teammates.
- Attended division meetings
- Used classroom management systems that focused on the students social-emotional needs
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and school administration.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Savannah River Academy
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Logistics
U.S. Coast Guard
02.2013 - 02.2017
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07.2026
Master of Arts - Emergency Disaster Management & Homeland Security
American Military University
06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Flagler College
Saint Augustine, FL12.2011
Skills
- Handwriting Without Tears Experience
- First AID CPR Certified
- Stop the Bleed Certified
- Conflict Resolution
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Student Engagement and Development
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Outdoor Learning
- Pre-Service Teaching Certificate
Certification
- Georgia Pre Service Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Savannah River Academy
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Savannah River Academy
08.2022 - 01.2023
Logistics
U.S. Coast Guard
02.2013 - 02.2017
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Emergency Disaster Management & Homeland Security
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Flagler College
- Georgia Pre Service Teaching Certificate
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