Lisa Guidotti
Henderson,NV
Summary
A dedicated and knowledgeable early childhood education professional that will enrich the lives of children, parents and colleagues alike. My expertise in early childhood development spans 30 years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional programs. Dedicated to monitoring student progress and supporting families in underserved communities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre K Teacher
Acelero Learning
Henderson, NV
07.2018 - Current
- Planned and implemented lesson plans based on Acelero Learning program guidelines
- Monitor students’ developmental progress through observation and data analysis
- Address behavioral and learning issues with directors, ELIS, community partners and parents to determine individual needs of child
- Conduct in home visits and conferences to maintain family relationships and develop child and family goals
- Knowledgeable of CLASS and ECERS tools to monitor and improve classroom interactions and environments
- Able to analyze situations to adopt an effective course of action through problem solving and proactive thinking
- Excellent Oral and Written communication skills
- Participated in on site committees to improve quality of the program and team building
- Experience with Virtual teaching and Zoom platform to engage children
- Proficient in NV Ready Pre-K program goals and expectations for children to obtain School Readiness Goals.
Preschool Teacher
Santa Clara County Office of Education
12.1999 - 05.2018
- Planned and implemented lesson plans based on Program guidelines, Head Start Child Outcomes and Desired Results Developmental Profile
- Monitored students’ developmental progress through observation and data analysis
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and Supervisor to determine individual needs
- Conducted in home visits and conferences to maintain family relationships and develop child and family goals
- Worked as a team with Special Education staff to ensure full inclusion of children with Orthopedic Impairments
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children’s needs and recommend appropriate & individualized learning plans
- Lead Teacher in the absence of Supervisor-responsible for daily operations of site
- Facilitated on site tours for School Districts and parents that are interested in State Preschool, Head Start or Inclusion
- Supervised, evaluated, and guided student teachers completing course work from community colleges in my role as a Mentor Teacher
- Evaluated Teaching assistants’ performance based on program standards
- Implement CSEFEL strategies in the classroom to foster the development of social-emotional, problem-solving and friendship skills
- Excellent Oral and Written communication skills
- Participated in on site committees to improve quality of the program and team building
- Interviewed job candidates for teacher assistant, teacher, educational coordinator, and director positions as part of interview panels.
Education
Master of Arts Degree-Human Development - Leadership in Education and Human Services
Pacific Oaks College
05.2017
Bachelor of Arts Degree-Early Childhood Education - Teacher Education- Magna Cum Laude
National University
10.2008
Accomplishments
· 2010-2018- Child Development Program Director Permit- issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
· Mentor Teacher-California Early Childhood Education Mentor Program 2007-2017
· Inclusion Teacher- 2005-2015
· 2006-Annual Quality Award Team Recipient-Collaborative Inclusion Project
· 2008-Head Start Certificate of Excellence Award-program recognized for full compliance with Head Start Performance Standards
· 2013-City of San Jose Outstanding Contributor to Childcare Award-Team Member
· 2013-Champions for Leadership nominee and participant
· 2012-2016- CSEFEL Leadership Team and County Wide Committee Member
· 2019-2024- Smile Squad Committee member- a site-based committee to support positive staff moral
· 2023- Co-Creator of Mentors on Demand a site-based program to assist with onboarding, training, and welcoming new staff
· 2023 Registered Behavior Technician Training
· 2023 Leadership Development Cohort- Acelero Learning Clark County
Timeline
Pre K Teacher
Acelero Learning
07.2018 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Santa Clara County Office of Education
12.1999 - 05.2018
Master of Arts Degree-Human Development - Leadership in Education and Human Services
Pacific Oaks College
Bachelor of Arts Degree-Early Childhood Education - Teacher Education- Magna Cum Laude
National University