LEXIE CRUZ
Arleta,CA
Summary
Motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively alone or with others, and quickly mastering new skills. Serves as a role model by using growth mindsets to develop and inspire a love of learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KinderPrep Teacher
Bright Horizons Child Development Center
Culver City, California
01.2022 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported students' physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated NAEYC policies in the classroom environment.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Prepared weekly schedules and curriculums.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Update contact lists regularly when changes occur in a child's status or contact information.
- Greeted families and visitors providing general information about the company.
Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
Van Nuys, CA
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained a safe environment for all of the children
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom activities.
- Implemented lesson plans under teacher supervision to reinforce learning objectives.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
Paraprofessional
CHIME Institute
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Integrating IEP goals into a variety of activities
- Accommodating and modifying curriculum on the spot to meet various student needs
- Effectively mediates conflicts between students
- Supplying data on a daily basis
- Daily collaborative meetings with staff members
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Developed filing systems for documents, enhancing organization and retrieval efficiency.
Playground Supervisor
LAUSD Youth Development Program
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Supervised students during playtime, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Monitored equipment usage, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
- Communicated with parents about children's behavior and activities.
- Assisted with the preparation of materials for recreational activities.
- Provided first aid assistance in case of injuries or accidents during playtime hours.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2020
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Pierce College
05-2018
High School Diploma -
El Camino Real Charter High School
05-2014
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Organization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Empathy
- Multitasking
- Willingness to learn
- Technical Skills
Certification
CPR Certified CPI Certified Excel Microsoft office
Accomplishments
- Career Development Program (2025)
Timeline
KinderPrep Teacher
Bright Horizons Child Development Center
01.2022 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2019 - 03.2021
Paraprofessional
CHIME Institute
08.2018 - 08.2019
Playground Supervisor
LAUSD Youth Development Program
08.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
California State University - Northridge
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Pierce College
High School Diploma -
El Camino Real Charter High School