I am a creative and enthusiastic activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. I can support faculty and classroom needs with a proactive and positive approach. I'm passionate about helping students and continuing to learn how to make the classroom a child's favorite place.
Hi, I’m
Penny Vargas
Educator
Austin,TX
Summary
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
TarryTown Children's Center
Co-Lead Teacher
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Montessori Lead Teacher
01.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
KIDS R KIDS
Assistant Teacher
09.2021 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
LITTLE ANGELS DAYCARE
Lead Pre-K Teacher
04.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Education
Salina High School SouthSalina, KS
High School Diploma
05.2020
University Overview
Skills
- Parent and Student Communication
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Student Records Management
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Child Development
Certification
CPR Certified (2023)
Additional Information
Additional Information
CPR Certification
Classes taken in child neglect and abuse, SIDS, head trauma, administrating medication and care of injuries and childhood development.
Timeline
Co-Lead Teacher
TarryTown Children's Center
08.2023 - Current
Montessori Lead Teacher
MONTESSORI SCHOOL
01.2023 - 05.2023
Assistant Teacher
KIDS R KIDS
09.2021 - 12.2022
Lead Pre-K Teacher
LITTLE ANGELS DAYCARE
04.2020 - 09.2021
Salina High School South
High School Diploma
CPR Certified (2023)
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