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Micaela Garcia

Westminster,CA

Summary

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities. Dedicated Teacher inspired by providing children warm, nurturing environments for optimal development. Driven to coordinate activities focused on skill-building, social development and positive interactions. Skilled in planning and preparing nutrient-dense meals to support strong growth, while managing allergens and dietary restrictions. Personable Childcare Provider effective in providing children with immersive activities, educational assistance and balanced rest periods. Well-versed in childhood development patterns and corrective behavior strategies. Reliable and compassionate Teacher offering expertise in planning activities, maintaining safety and improving behavior. Well-versed in needs and behaviors of children between ages of 2 and 6. Skilled at coordinating events, directing craft times and setting up field trips to offer children numerous learning opportunities. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level preschool teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Provider

Mi Casa Preschool Daycare
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.

Preschool Teacher

St. Mark Preschool
11.2007 - 06.2019
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Youth Leader

St Mark Presbyterian Church
09.2007 - 09.2015
  • Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
  • Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
  • Led faith-based life to provide example for students between age 3 and 6.
  • Participated in various outreach programs.
  • Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA

Skills

  • Social and Academic Development
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Activities Planning
  • Infant Care
  • Health and Safety
  • Social Development
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Meal Preparation
  • Field Trip Planning
  • Safety Awareness

Timeline

Daycare Provider

Mi Casa Preschool Daycare
09.2019 - 06.2022

Preschool Teacher

St. Mark Preschool
11.2007 - 06.2019

Youth Leader

St Mark Presbyterian Church
09.2007 - 09.2015

Early Childhood Education

Orange Coast College
Micaela Garcia