Lynette Gandara
13175 Freshford Dr,TX
Summary
Developed strong skills in child development and early education within nurturing and dynamic environment. Demonstrates ability to create engaging, age-appropriate learning activities and manage classroom dynamics effectively. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferable skills to foster growth and development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
El Paso, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive and social development.
- Created engaging learning environments that promoted exploration and creativity among infants and toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on child progress and address any concerns effectively.
Substitute Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
El Paso, TX
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with teachers to improve instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Facilitated classroom instruction aligning with curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Children Development
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX05.2028
GED -
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX06.2015
Child Development Associate - Preschool
El Paso, TX
El Paso, TX05.2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Children/student engagement
- Child-centered approach
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Patience and empathy
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Public speaking
- Computer skills
- Early childhood education
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Food Handlers
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
09.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
09.2023 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - Children Development
El Paso Community College
GED -
The University of Texas At El Paso
Child Development Associate - Preschool
El Paso, TX