Lilian M Cahuantzi Padilla
Belmont,CA
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Coastside Child Development Center
Half Moon Bay
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged children's social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Organized and led hands-on activities that promoted cognitive skills and creativity.
- Assessed developmental milestones, providing individualized support for each child's needs.
- Monitored classroom behavior, implementing positive reinforcement strategies to maintain order.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised 6 to 12 children through entire school day.
Private Nanny
The Hussey Family
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring timely meals, naps, and recreational activities.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Fostered strong communication with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children through proactive supervision.
Server
Miramar Beach Restaurant
Half Moon Bay, CA
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive dining experiences and loyalty.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Coordinated dining room operations, ensuring smooth workflows during peak hours.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing guest needs to optimize service.
Education
Biology
Canada College
Redwood City, CA05-2029
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Canada College
Redwood City, CA05-2029
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Canada College
Redwood City, CA05-2029
Skills
- Classroom management
- Early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity planning
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Special needs support
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Parent communication
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Responsible
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Coastside Child Development Center
02.2024 - Current
Private Nanny
The Hussey Family
10.2021 - 01.2024
Server
Miramar Beach Restaurant
05.2018 - 09.2021
Biology
Canada College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Canada College
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Canada College