Maritza Benshabat
Escondido
Summary
Dependable and friendly professional with experience in childcare, customer service, and team leadership. Fluent in English and Spanish with strong communication skills and a calm patient approach. Known for being organized, reliable and easy to work with, especially in fast-paced environments. I enjoy helping others and am eager to continue learning and growing in a supportive workplace. Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Center For Children and Families
San Marcos, CA
04.2019 - Current
- Created engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive, physical and emotional development.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
A Plus Subs
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child through empathetic listening, guidance, and conflict resolution skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Assisted lead teacher in the development of age-appropriate lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and abilities.
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Isle Preschool
San Marcos, CA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social skills and positive behavior among children.
- Mentored junior staff in effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Education
Child Development
Palomar College
San Marcos, California, CASkills
- Customer service & communication
- Time management & multitasking
- Teamwork & leadership
- Organization & cleanliness
- Cash handling & POS systems
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Center For Children and Families
04.2019 - Current
Substitute Preschool Teacher
A Plus Subs
01.2019 - 04.2019
Preschool Teacher
Discovery Isle Preschool
01.2016 - 01.2019
Child Development
Palomar College