Maria Cantu
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Proven educator with extensive experience at KinderCare Learning Centers, adept in fostering supportive learning environments and enhancing student engagement through interactive methods. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. Skilled in organization and first aid/CPR, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills essential for academic success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/floater
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning
- Communicating with kids and parents.
- Organized and planned age appropriate reading, arts and crafts.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Sanitize toys and tables to maintain clean, and safe environment.
Teacher/Floater
Steppingstones Children’s Academy
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Sanitize toys and tables to maintain clean, and safe environment.
Teacher
Canyon Ridge Christian Church
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Cared for children of various age and assisted with feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Regulated children’s schedules to balances rest, learning and play.
- Observed and monitored children to identity development strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Maintain organized and clean classroom and play areas
Volunteer
Canyon Ridge Christian Church
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Volunteered with kids giving them the best care they need. Playing and singing with the children making sure the classroom is sanitized and clean.
- Doing arts and crafts with the children
- Professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Education
Edison High School
Huntington Beach, CA06.2011
Skills
- First aid/ CPR card
- Patient
- Teamwork
- Organization
Timeline
Teacher/Floater
Steppingstones Children’s Academy
02.2024 - 06.2024
Teacher/floater
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Canyon Ridge Christian Church
04.2020 - 10.2021
Volunteer
Canyon Ridge Christian Church
06.2019 - 03.2020
Edison High School
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