Michelle Huerta
Canyon Country,CA
Summary
Self-motivated, willing to take on challenges that may be presented, and always willing to learn new opportunities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
College of the Canyons Early Childhood Education Center
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw 12 students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teachers.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep them informed.
- Attend training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay current on student progress.
Activity Leader
Saugus Union School District
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure students' performance and progress, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Teacher's Aide
SandSar In / Blue Sky Kids
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 12 children.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance
Supervior
Whole Foods
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Managed closing shifts with 6 employees
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
Assistant Store Manager
Wendy's - Co
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped them to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Documented interventions, assessments, and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism, and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Observed, monitored, and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reducing challenging behaviors.
- Delivered social skills curriculums and programs in support of client skills development.
Lead Teacher
Childcare Resource Center
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Child Development And Adolscents
California State Northridge, Adolescents College of The
Northridge, CA05.2023
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.2019
Skills
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Social Perceptiveness
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Early Childhood Training
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Teacher Observation
- Developing Curriculum
Certification
Teacher Certificate
Mandated Reporter
Outside Classroom
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Childcare Resource Center
09.2023 - Current
Teacher's Aide
SandSar In / Blue Sky Kids
08.2020 - 01.2022
Activity Leader
Saugus Union School District
08.2019 - 06.2020
Teacher's Assistant
College of the Canyons Early Childhood Education Center
08.2018 - 04.2023
Supervior
Whole Foods
11.2017 - 02.2019
Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
10.2016 - 07.2017
Assistant Store Manager
Wendy's - Co
01.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor Of Science - Child Development And Adolscents
California State Northridge, Adolescents College of The
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
College of The Canyons
Teacher Certificate
Mandated Reporter
Outside Classroom
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