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Michelle Najera

Michelle Najera

Pharr,TX

Summary

Attentive and creative Teacher passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Toddler Teacher

Little Paradise Academy
McAllen, TX
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented a variety of age-appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in toddlers.
  • Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly regarding their child's progress and responding promptly to any questions or concerns they had.
  • Provided individual attention to each toddler through one-on-one instruction during playtime and circle time activities.
  • Monitored toddlers' behavior closely to ensure safety at all times.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects, music, storytelling, dramatic play.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessment results, developmental milestones achieved.

Infants, Toddler and After School Teacher

Kids Academy Daycare 2
Pharr, TX
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Implemented behavior management techniques when needed to ensure safety of all children in the classroom.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support development.
  • Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
  • Encouraged independence while providing guidance during mealtime routines such as eating independently or helping feed others.
  • Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
  • Supervised a group of 10-15 children in an after school program setting.

Education

High School Diploma -

COBAC
Mx
04-2021

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Childcare management software programs
  • Classroom Organization
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Special Needs Support

Certification

  • 1 year Texas School Ready
  • CPR and First Aid

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Timeline

Lead Toddler Teacher

Little Paradise Academy
01.2023 - 05.2024

Infants, Toddler and After School Teacher

Kids Academy Daycare 2
03.2022 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

COBAC
Michelle Najera