Zoila A Martinez
Spanish Teacher Prekinder and caregiver
Arlington, Texas,TX
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Summary
Concerning Me
I finished the University with a degree in Management Information Systems and worked a little in that field in the Industry, later I realized that I was excited to work with the people directly, helping and serving on social issues; It was then that I began to work in Administrative and Social Project Development positions for the Municipal and Federal Government in Mexico for 10 years, during which I combined with the task and responsibility of being a mother.
Later I moved to the United States and obtained it Life Insurance License to start working in that field; but it was then that I knew I was going to be a mother for the second time but twice now, some beautiful twins were on their way and that's where everything changed, but it also started.
With their arrival, I focused on their upbringing and care most naturally and organically possible, managing to develop their skills early and maintain their physical and emotional health. There I suddenly realized the importance of the first 5 years and how important it is to raise children healthy in every way. That is why when I started my work in the After School Program and later as a Prekinder Assistant Teacher, I was passionate about seeing the results of my work in the children, always bearing in mind that I had in my hands a great responsibility.
Acquired Skills
- Genuine and patient with calming and pragmatic demeanor.
- Competent at providing quality preschool education in Spanish language to children to what will make them learn this language and lay the foundation for begin bilingual.
- Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential.
- Kind Assistant Preschool Teacher with excellent people skills targeted at handling young students from diverse backgrounds.
Well-versed in creating novel learning activities while incorporating educational lessons. - Skilled in childcare support and lesson planning.
Caring Assistant Preschool Teacher with a genuine love and inherent compassion for children. - Adept at managing and handling until 6 preschool student per day and providing creative educational activities for young students.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. - Fantastic multitasker with skill in monitoring safety, progress and growth while providing exciting, educational and welcoming classrooms.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher and Caregiver
Spanish School House Arlington
Arlington, TX
05.2019 - Current
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- In coordination and support for parents, training was provided to the children in their process of leaving the diaper.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Met with parents about , positive developments and issues.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and Music and Movement.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Offered care to 8+ children at once, ranging in age from 18 months to 6 years.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside. - Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys each 30 minutes.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children. - Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative and play-oriented activities for children.
Education
Life Insurance Agent
State Texas
10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
ITSLP
San Luis Potosí, México01.2002
Level 3 of English Class
Arlington ISD Adult
Skills
- Responsible
- CPR Certification
- Experience in childcare from 0 to 5 years
- Tolerant
- Organized
- Taste for crafts
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Care Planning
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Caring Companionship
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Assistant Teacher and Caregiver
Spanish School House Arlington
05.2019 - Current
Life Insurance Agent
State Texas
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
ITSLP
Level 3 of English Class
Arlington ISD Adult
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