Leslie Hernandez
Algonquin
Summary
Dynamic and bilingual licensed childcare provider with a strong background in fostering academic and social development at The Learning Tree Day Care Center. Excelled in curriculum planning and special needs support, enhancing parent-teacher communication and student success. Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a robust work ethic, significantly improving classroom environments and learning outcomes. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Teacher
The Learning Tree Day Care Center
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
Sale Associate
Target
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sale Associate
JCPenney
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Education-Early Childhood
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2024
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Special Needs Support
- Observation and Assessment
- Social Development
- Patience and Empathy
- Loves children
- Friendly and likeable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Licensed Childcare Provider
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Bilingual in spanish
Certification
Basic Vocational Specialist in Education-Early Childhood
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
The Learning Tree Day Care Center
05.2022 - Current
Sale Associate
Target
12.2021 - 04.2022
Sale Associate
JCPenney
11.2019 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Education-Early Childhood
Elgin Community College
Basic Vocational Specialist in Education-Early Childhood
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