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Monica Martinez

Katy

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Little Angel Daycare, specializing in play-based learning and relationship building. Enhanced children's social and emotional development through innovative curriculum planning and effective classroom management. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and promoting motor skill development, ensuring every child achieves their fullest potential.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Little Angel Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.

Childcare Provider

Self-employeed
12.2010 - 08.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
  • Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self-expression.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
  • Facilitated naptime routines for toddlers to ensure adequate rest periods throughout the day for optimal growth and development.
  • Encouraged positive behavior and social interaction among children with reward-based system.
  • Developed personalized learning plans for children, improving educational outcomes with tailored instruction.
  • Boosted children's understanding of cultural diversity with multicultural lessons and activities.
  • Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and games.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing environment, maintaining strict safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Infant Room Teacher

Little Angel Daycare
08.2006 - 12.2010
  • Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
  • Employed learning through play philosophy and educational objectives, striking balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities and encouraging children to communicate verbally.
  • Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
  • Assisted in the creation of an inviting classroom space, utilizing engaging visuals and sensory materials tailored to infants'' interests and developmental stages.
  • Provided individualized attention to each infant in the classroom, adapting teaching strategies based on unique needs or preferences.
  • Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to strict health protocols and conducting regular safety checks on classroom equipment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, providing frequent updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Promoted socialization among infants by facilitating group playtime and encouraging interaction with peers.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.


Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Instituto La Paz
Mexico
06-1992

High School Diploma -

Profr. Oziel Hingosa
Mexico
06-1987

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Relationship building
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Safety awareness
  • Curriculum planning
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Motor skill development
  • Nutrition management
  • Children's literature
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Empathy and patience
  • Collaborative and Team-oriented
  • Child CPR and first aid
  • Fine motor skill development
  • Promoting social and emotional development

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Little Angel Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2019

Childcare Provider

Self-employeed
12.2010 - 08.2019

Infant Room Teacher

Little Angel Daycare
08.2006 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Instituto La Paz

High School Diploma -

Profr. Oziel Hingosa

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