Monique Cortes
Houston,TX
Summary
Proven educator with experience at Lighthouse Learning Academy, adept in lesson planning and child safety. Leveraged time management and emotional support skills to enhance student development and foster strong relationships with parents. Demonstrated commitment to health and safety, ensuring a nurturing environment for infant to preschool-aged children. Achieved consistent parent satisfaction and student progress through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Lighthouse Learning Academy
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained parent contact to discuss student progress and assist students in need.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for diverse subjects, ensuring a thorough understanding of key concepts.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teachers Assistant
Child Care Careers
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
School Van Driver
Amarillo School Bus Company
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Ensured timely pick-up and drop-off of students by adhering to the established routes and schedules.
- Demonstrated punctuality consistently in arriving at designated stops according to schedule requirements.
- Completed accurate records of daily mileage logs, maintenance checks, and incident reports as required by school policy.
- Adhered to traffic regulations while exhibiting defensive driving skills, ensuring students'' safety during commutes.
- Developed strong rapport with students to create a positive atmosphere within the school van setting.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
Houston Gateway Academy
05.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Child Safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Lesson Planning
- Strong Work Ethic
- Health and safety
- Active listener
- Loves children
- CPR and First Aid
- Emotionally supportive
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Caring and Understanding
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
Lighthouse Learning Academy
02.2022 - 02.2024
Teachers Assistant
Child Care Careers
07.2021 - 01.2022
School Van Driver
Amarillo School Bus Company
12.2018 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
High School Diploma -
Houston Gateway Academy
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