Leticia Martinez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
With a proven track record at Human Services Association, I excel in educational research and fostering cooperative learning environments. Demonstrating reliability and excellent communication, I've significantly contributed to staff and student growth, surpassing goals through innovative professional development strategies. My approach has consistently enhanced educational outcomes and readiness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Coach
Human Services Association
04.2024 - Current
- Develop and maintain positive, supportive relationships with staff with the purpose for supporting staff growth through the mentoring process.
- Utilize Practice Based Coaching components for the purpose of assessing needs, engaging in focused observations, and providing reelection and feedback in order to seat goals and develop action plans with teachers.
- Maintain schedules for observation and feedback for the purpose of determining training needs.
- Provides follow up support to staff following any form of training for the purpose of increasing implementation of information and transfer to skill into practice.
- Participate in in initial and on-going professional development
Child Development Coordinator
Human Services Association
06.2019 - 04.2024
- Responsible for the education and school readiness development of children and families in the program.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of program policies and procedures related to education.
- Responsible for the ongoing school readiness training, kindergarten transition training, HighScope curriculum training, special education, child development and parent education.
- Coordinate and ensure all staff meet licensing requirements and documentation. Ensure all child abuse laws are followed by all supervised staff.
- Attend department, agency, and community meetings and trainings, as assigned by child development supervisor or department director.
- Responsible for the coordination and development of education and school readiness documentation (Child Assessments, CLASS, ECERS).
- Conduct periodic personnel evaluations
Lead Teacher
Human Services Association
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Developed and maintained plan to ensure safety of the children when supervising indoor and outdoor center facilities.
- Maintain documentation for all children including, child assessments, observations, parent conferences, home visits.
- Trains and coordinates parent and community volunteers, completes required documentation
Teacher II
Human Services Association
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Develop and implement curricula program with the goals of developing school readiness skills, activities and overall growth and development in all areas.
- Support Associate teacher and other staff at center.
- Conduct home visits, parent conferences, ASQs, DRDP assessment, and other documentation as needed.
- Implement parent monthly meetings
- identify and report child abuse and submit reports
- attend department, agency and community meetings, trainings and events as assigned.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Anna Bing Arnold Childrens Center
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Established a nurturing classroom environment that promoted inclusivity, emotional well-being, and social development.
- Developed strong rapport with students, creating an atmosphere of trust that enabled them to seek help when needed.
- Encouraged peer collaboration by facilitating group projects that fostered teamwork and cooperation among students.
- Continuously updated knowledge on early childhood education best practices through professional development workshops and courses.
- Managed daily routines such as snack time transitions smoothly while maintaining a calm and focused environment.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 06-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2014
Skills
- Learning strategies
- Cooperative learning
- Educational research
- Early childhood education
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Goal setting
- Professional development
Certification
- CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Pre-K - 3rd
- First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Education Coach
Human Services Association
04.2024 - Current
Child Development Coordinator
Human Services Association
06.2019 - 04.2024
Lead Teacher
Human Services Association
08.2017 - 05.2019
Teacher II
Human Services Association
10.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Anna Bing Arnold Childrens Center
06.2012 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
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