Nancy Rivera
Omaha,NE
Summary
I am a dedicated and passionate early childhood educator with a strong commitment to providing quality care and education to children aged 18 months to 5 years old. With four years of experience in daycare settings and ongoing studies in Early Childhood Education at Metropolitan Community College, My time at Omaha Kroc Center Kidzone and Kids Community Center has reinforced my passion for nurturing and guiding young minds. I firmly believe that children learn best through play and in diverse learning environments, and I am dedicated to providing the optimal setting for their growth and development. Furthermore, I place great value on diversity and actively collaborate with parents, families, caregivers, and the community to create an inclusive and supportive environment. I am a reliable and organized professional who is adept at managing multiple priorities with a positive and proactive approach. I am committed to going above and beyond to contribute to the success of our team and the well-being of the children in our care. am a dedicated and passionate early childhood educator with a strong commitment to providing quality care and education to children aged 18 months to 5 years old. With four years of experience in daycare settings and ongoing studies in Early Childhood Education at Metropolitan Community College, I have gained more knowledge and a highly effective teacher. My time at Omaha Kroc Center Kidzone and Kids Community Center has reinforced my passion for nurturing and guiding young minds. I firmly believe that children learn best through play and in diverse learning environments, and I am dedicated to providing the optimal setting for their growth and development. Furthermore, I place great value on diversity and actively collaborate with parents, families, caregivers, and the community to create an inclusive and supportive environment. I am a reliable and organized professional who is adept at managing multiple priorities with a positive and proactive approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kidszone Staff
Omaha Kroc Center Salvation Army
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Ensure a safe environment for children within the Kids’ Zone
- Adhere to the check in and check out policy for children
- Maintain readiness and cleanliness of the Kids’ Zone area by cleaning equipment, toys, and play areas as determined by Policy and Procedures
- Respond to emergencies or accidents, filling out incident reports as needed
- Follow Safe from Harm guidelines
- Report any suspicion of child abuse to Family Life & Education Director
- Ensure an enriching environment
- Encourage children to play with a variety of materials
- Provide stimulating materials
- Encourage active play and interactive play with other children
- Interact with children on their level
- Ensure a welcoming & friendly environment
- Greet parents and children enthusiastically by name
- Interact professionally with all contacts, as required, with the general public, parents/guardians, business community, Salvation Army Officers, and Kroc Center staff
- Work in a cooperative manner with the other staff.
Associate Preschool Teacher
KIDS CAN COMMUNITY CENTER
08.2017 - 02.2024
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- the early childhood program works to promote kindergarten readiness in student’s academic, physical, and social-emotional development
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works cooperatively with additional classroom teaching staff and program administration to plan and implement the daily educational program for children
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ensures that program activities support students in their academic, physical, and social-emotional development while utilizing best practices, data informed decision making, and effective classroom management and structures
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Foster positive relationships with all children with opportunities for children to develop positive self-images
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Plan and ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities that support student growth and development
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Ensure all activities and lessons meet agency standards with clear goals, objectives, and outcomes for children
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Oversee data collection and evaluation for all students in assigned classroom to observe and assess each child’s skill and behavior development
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Utilize data results to create both individual student plans and make classroom adjustments as needed
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Prioritize the physical and emotional safety of children at all times
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Ensure all children receive appropriate supervision and support through proactive engagement and relationship building
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Support the maintenance of clean, safe, and healthy learning environments
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Apply guidelines and strategies from ITERS/ECERS, CLASS, and Teaching Strategies GOLD within the classroom
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Communicate with parents on an ongoing, informal, basis regarding their child’s experience and progress toward learning goals
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Lead and conduct parent/staff conference in accordance with agency schedules
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Maintain thoughtful documentation to communicate child experiences with parents
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Work collaboratively with program administration to offer any additional resources to parents when applicable
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Encourage parent involvement where possible
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Participate in regular planning and supervision meetings with Program Director
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Complete regular professional development and create plans for implantation of concepts learned
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Provide leadership for the classroom team including with lead teacher
Maintain high levels of professionalism at all times
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Ensure protection of confidentiality regarding each child and family
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Timely completion of necessary paperwork
Assicoate Teacher
Educare Indian Hill
05.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Built and maintained productive relationships between students, teachers and parents.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, accommodating the unique needs of each learner and promoting academic growth.
- Child Development
Observe, assess, and document each assigned child’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
Provide opportunities for children to develop positive self-images and experience success.
As assigned, develop an individualized educational plan for each child.
Contribute information for child and family staffing.
As assigned, coordinate referrals for children with special needs or mental health needs with the Lead Teacher/Mentor Teacher.
Foster positive relationships with all children in the classroom.
Classroom Management
Maintain an attractive and stimulating learning environment and encourage child’s independence and self-selection of activities.
Ensure that all children are under appropriate supervision and guidance at all times.
Maintain a clean, safe and healthy classroom environment.
Assist with the timely completion of necessary paperwork, including developmental assessments, lesson plans, newsletters, incident reports, etc.
Participate in reflective supervision.
Curriculum
Assist in the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities that will enhance the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child.
Assist in the development of lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities, and outcomes for children and participate in implementing them intentionally.
Assist in the integration of other areas, i.e., health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent involvement, into the education plan.
Assist in, or take responsibility for as assigned, the creation of documentation panels on a regular basis to make the learning that the children are experiencing visible to parents and visitors.
Parent Involvement
Develop effective relationships with parents through regular informal conversations.
As assigned by the Teacher, communicate with parents regularly about their child’s progress.
As assigned, participate in home visits with each child’s family to clarify child and family needs.
Encourage parent participation in program activities and in implementing education activities for their children at home.
Develop effective partnerships with parents by encouraging input into all aspects of the educational program.
Education
Early Childhood Educator Associates - Early Childhood Education
METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Omaha, NE05.2020
Skills
- Trained in CPR/First Aid
- People Skills
- Technology Understanding
- General Office Skills
- Customer Service
- Early Childhood Experience
- Dynamic educator
- Bilingual
- Diverse teaching modalities
- Creative mindset
- Hands-on learning
- Team player
- Strong teamwork
- Customer Support
- Documentation abilities
Certification
- Early Learning Guidelines Certificates-All of them
- CPR and First Aid Certifications
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assicoate Teacher
Educare Indian Hill
05.2023 - Current
Associate Preschool Teacher
KIDS CAN COMMUNITY CENTER
08.2017 - 02.2024
Kidszone Staff
Omaha Kroc Center Salvation Army
08.2013 - 05.2020
Early Childhood Educator Associates - Early Childhood Education
METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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