Leyna Coello
Mount Vernon
Summary
Experienced professional with a deep understanding of child development and education. Proven track record in designing and overseeing programs that foster a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children. Skilled in effectively managing staff and developing innovative programs to enhance overall program success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Director Assistant
Lightbridge Academy
06.2024 - Current
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters.
- Managed, observed and evaluated lead teachers, teacher assistants and kitchen staff.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
Admin Assistant
Lightbridge Academy
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Lead Prekindergarten Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Teaching children about core concepts, such as numbers, letters, shapes, and colors.
- Using creative, hands-on methods of learning, such as artistic expression, free play, and storytelling.
- Using Learning without Tears curriculum to address early childhood education requirements.
- Encouraging and monitoring social interactions between children.
- Instilling a sense of respect and discipline, so that children work effectively in a classroom setting.
- Supervising fourteen students inside the classroom, outside of class time, such as during lunch, out on the playground.
- Making sure that the classroom is clean, safe, and well-organized.
- Setting up the materials and workspaces required for class activities.
- Communicating with parents to learn more about each child's life outside the classroom.
- Creating reports to inform parents about their children's progress at school.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Promoted within a four-month timeframe for exceeding goals and outstanding performance.
Toddler Assistant Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Review learning material with students, either individually or in small groups, to help reinforce lessons presented by lead teachers.
- Supervise eight children in class, during lunch hour, playtime or recess.
- Aid in teaching appropriate behavior and social skills to students.
- Assist in enforcing school and classroom rules.
- Assist with record keeping, such as attendance records, student progress notes and grades.
- Help teachers prepare for lessons by assembling materials and equipment.
- Provide personal aid and care as necessary to students, such as help with hygiene, eating or toileting, for example.
Education
Master's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Nellie A. Thornton High School
Mount Vernon, NY06.2017
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Parent communication
- Facility management
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom experience
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Lesson planning
- Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Experience Working With Students
- Experience with Children
- Problem management
- Organizational skills
- Creativity
- Adaptability
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Daycare Director Assistant
Lightbridge Academy
06.2024 - Current
Admin Assistant
Lightbridge Academy
04.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Prekindergarten Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
11.2021 - 06.2023
Lead Toddler Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
07.2021 - 11.2021
Toddler Assistant Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
05.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville College
High School Diploma - undefined
Nellie A. Thornton High School
Master's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
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