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Luz Estrada

Sparta,NJ

Summary

Highly organized and self-motivated professional with over 20 years’ experience in the education field. Proven ability to build relationships, lead teams and foster collaboration. Excel in creating customized resources ensuring effective and tailored educational support. Ability to identify strengths and areas of growth. Expertise in curriculum development, classroom organization, teacher mentoring, and program assessment. Effectively support diverse communities through training and coaching in both English and Spanish. Committed to fostering high-quality early learning experiences, increasing parental engagement, and helping programs achieve excellence in early childhood education.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Assistance Specialist (TAS)

Hudson County
01.2017 - Current
  • Guide multiple programs through Grow NJ Kids (GNJK) quality improvement processes
  • Provide on-site and virtual coaching, mentoring educators to optimize instructional practices
  • Work extensively with center-based and family childcare providers, helping them meet state and national quality standards
  • State Anchor for the Infant and Toddler Environmental Rating Scale
  • Collaborate with co-workers on the creation of webinars, assisting with Networking events, and PLCs

Early Childhood Educator

United States
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Worked as an infant, toddler, and preschool teacher, ensuring a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment
  • Provided individualized support and instruction to meet diverse learning needs

Early Childhood Educator

Colombia
01.2006 - 01.2021
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for preschool-aged children
  • Fostered child development through engaging activities, literacy programs, and play-based learning
  • Established strong relationships with parents and colleagues to support student success

Education

Master of Science in Education -

State University of New York College at Buffalo

Bachelor’s Degree - Preschool Education

Colombia
South America

Skills

  • Translation
  • Language Support
  • English to Spanish

Certification

  • Certified English-to-Spanish Translator for Training Materials
  • ITERS-3 State Anchor Certification

Professional Development

Professional development available upon request

Timeline

Technical Assistance Specialist (TAS)

Hudson County
01.2017 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

United States
01.2017 - 01.2021

Early Childhood Educator

Colombia
01.2006 - 01.2021

Master of Science in Education -

State University of New York College at Buffalo

Bachelor’s Degree - Preschool Education

Colombia
Luz Estrada