Mirna Bymaster
San Pablo,CA
Summary
Seeking employment as a Children's Church Director. Have many years of firsthand experience in the field of Early Childhood. Have a passion for effectively teaching young children to grow socially, spiritually, and intellectually. As a preschool Director and administrator I worked to provide staff with a safe working environment. Provided competitive pay scale, opportunities for advancements in their profession as teachers, and supported staff mental health. My goal is to establish a learning environment that meets the physical, social, spiritual, and creative needs of each person I work with, both families and staff. I am an empathic listener and help teach young children the skill to self-advocate and gain personal self-worth. As a teacher, I am able to adjust and meet the specific educational needs a child may develop in the course of the school year.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Leader
Central Assembly Church
01.2000 - 12.2003
- Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.
- Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for participating youths, fostering a sense of community involvement and responsibility.
- Provided emotional support for struggling youths, including one-on-one mentoring sessions where appropriate.
- Engaged parents and guardians in program, building supportive network for youth development.
Childcare Volunteer
Central Assembly
02.2006 - 06.2016
- Assisted in tailoring learning activities to meet individual needs and interests of children.
- Maintained clean and organized play area, ensuring hygienic environment for children.
- Managed conflicts among children, facilitating peaceful resolutions and promoting empathy.
- Contributed to development of new volunteer training program, sharing effective childcare techniques.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Supervised children of various ages on playground and field trips.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate lesson plans, incorporating play-based learning strategies.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Volunteer Preschool Teacher and Board President
Peter Pan Parent Nursery Non-Profit
09.2008 - 12.2014
- Led circle time, created lesson plans, cooked meals for over 30 children plus staff, led parent/teacher meetings, organized parent training, and led many orientations for new families
- Served on the school's non-profit board for three years in the membership committee and as president and served as assistant to the director for three years.
Owner
Melody's Pond Preschool
09.2016 - Current
- Own and operate a private daycare and preschool
- Developed an individual curriculum for each child enrolled, conducted parent-teacher conferences, created school yearbook, trained volunteer and paid employees, created and managed invoices and billing, developed my own kindergarten readiness test, worked with children referred from the Child Care Solutions-Mental Health Department, and currently assist as a consultant to other providers in the area.
Preschool Teacher
HG Learning Academy
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Led circle time, yard duty, cooking duties, led lessons from planned curriculum, taught a Spanish class, assisted other teachers on duty, and attended employee meetings and field trips.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History Teacher Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2026
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Contra Costa Community College
05.2023
Patten University
Patten University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Contra Costa Community College
01.2004
Associate of Arts - History
Contra Costa Community College
01.2004
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
Contra Costa Community College
01.2004
Skills
- Classroom Maintenance
- Curriculum Development
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Developmental Observation Data/Portfolios
- Classroom Management Strategies
- Early Childhood Violence and Intervention and Special Needs Inclusion
- Parent-Teacher and Community Engagement
- Bilingual Dual-Language Development
- On-Going Early Childhood College Education
- Administration and Employee Supervision
- Creating and Maintaining Program Policies and Practices
- Workshop/Speaker: Early Childhood Cooperative-Teaching Employee Training
- Workshop/Speaker: Early Childhood Employee Relations Training
- Workshop/Speaker: Open House and Parent/Employee Orientation Training
- Workshop/Speaker: Engaging Preschoolers in Active Play: Autism Spectrum Disorder focused
- Developed a Christian Sunday School Curriculum during the COVID 19 Pandemic
Activitiesandextracurriculars
- 08/2017, True, lion den leader, boy scouts of America: pack 134
- 01/2018, True, pack Chaplain, Boys Scouts of America: pack 134
- 01/2018, 01/2019, Troop Secretary: committee board position, Boys Scouts of America Troop 86
- 05/2019, True, pack CUBMASTER, Boys Scouts of America: pack 134
- 10/2017, 04/2019, woodbadge training, Boys Scouts of America
- 01/2018, True, Troop merit badge counselor: Scouts with special needs, Boys Scouts of America Troop 86
- 04/2019, 04/2021, woodbadge; TROOP GUIDE; 2019 COURSE, Boys Scouts of America
- 01/2021, True, founder and president of a non-profit, little torch foundation
- 03/2021, True, GGAC SPECIAL NEEDS & DISABILITIES COMMITTEE MEMBER, Boys Scouts of America
References
References and letters of recommendations are available upon request.
Specialhonorsandawards
- Picture Me Teaching Program Certificate of Commendation [BAY AREA CHAPTER PHI DELTA KAPPA 2000]
- Excellence in Leadership [CONTRA COSTA COLLEGE STUDENT LIFE ; INTER-CLUB COUNCIL 2000-2004]
- Dean's Honor Roll [PATTEN UNIVERSITY 2008]
- Woodbadge Training Award [BOYS SCOUTS OF AMERICA 2017-2019]
- Den Leader Training Award and Cubmaster's Key [BOYS SCOUTS OF AMERICA 2021]
Certification
- Pediatric CPR and First-Aid Certified (current)
- California Health and Safety Certified
- California State License Fingerprinted and Contra Costa County School District Volunteer Screen
- California State License Childcare for Large Home with Facility Number since 2016 (Active)
- 18+College Core Units in Early Childhood Education (Curriculum and Administration)
- Completed 100+ days of Experience in an instructional capacity in a childcare aid development center
- Completed the More Than Words course through The Hanen Program; Autism Focused
- Trainers EDGE Course through BSA
- Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training CDSS
- Watch Me! Celebrating Milestones and Sharing Concerns Training through The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ANSI/IACET Continuing Education Units
- California Certificate of Clearance Commission on Teaching Credentialing
- Early Childhood Education Matrix: Site Supervisor Permit (In progress)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
HG Learning Academy
09.2017 - 07.2018
Owner
Melody's Pond Preschool
09.2016 - Current
Volunteer Preschool Teacher and Board President
Peter Pan Parent Nursery Non-Profit
09.2008 - 12.2014
Childcare Volunteer
Central Assembly
02.2006 - 06.2016
Youth Leader
Central Assembly Church
01.2000 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - History Teacher Education
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Contra Costa Community College
Patten University
Patten University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Contra Costa Community College
Associate of Arts - History
Contra Costa Community College
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
Contra Costa Community College
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