Nellie West
Rockwall,TX
Summary
Compassionate early childhood education professional highly productive in creating engaging, educational environments that allow young learners to thrive. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence in preschoolers. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues for optimal learning outcomes. I was an Assistant in a Pre-k classroom for 2 years to gain experience about the program.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
Dorris Jones Elementary
Rockwall, Texas
07.2023 - Current
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Modeled appropriate social skills and behaviors for students during lessons and interactions with peers.
- Helped prepare preschool-aged children for future education by working with groups and individuals in classroom environments.
- Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch and breaks.
- Facilitated group discussions to encourage creative thinking among students.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members on various projects and initiatives related to curriculum development.
- Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
- Organized and supervised field trips for the Pre-K class.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents to support student success.
- Served as a mentor for new teacher assistants who are transitioning into the role.
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
- Provided individual attention to each student in the classroom.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as needed.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
In-Home Nanny
In-Home Nanny
Rockwall, USA
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Created a stimulating and nurturing environment to enable children to feel safe.
- Encouraged enrichment by organizing creative activities and educational games.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Implemented daily routines to foster a structured and nurturing environment.
- Monitored children's behavior and reported concerns and milestones to parents.
- Coordinated playdates and social interactions to encourage positive social development.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of children's living spaces and play areas.
- Encouraged good manners among children by modeling appropriate behavior.
- Monitored television time according to parental requests.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Facilitated social interaction between siblings by organizing games or other activities.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
- Assisted with homework completion and monitored progress towards academic goals.
- Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Enforced discipline in a respectful manner consistent with parental expectations.
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Collaborated with parents to establish and adjust behavior management strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual needs of each child.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
Daycare Teacher
By the Barnyard Gate
Forney, USA
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Discussed individual students' needs and progress with parents
- Discussed individuals students day with parents
- Maintained a great communication report with parents
- Maintained and organized classroom
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect and enforce proper boundaries
- Kept accurate student records detailing attendance, progress and challenges
- Promoted student curiosity and skills development with games and activities related to class concepts
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Assimilated arrived children to school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear and selecting activities of interest to them
Daycare Teacher
Lighthouse Private School
Rockwall, USA
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Taught developmentally appropriate skills to promote academic, social and emotional growth
- Identified children showing signs of emotional, developmental and health-related problems and discussed them with supervisors, parents and guardians and child development specialists
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicated those objectives to children
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Discussed individual students' needs and progress with parents
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence
- Attended staff meetings
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect and enforce proper boundaries
- Assimilated arrived children to school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear and selecting activities of interest to them
- Maintained and organized classroom
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
East Texas A&M Commerce
Commerce, TX05-2025
High School Diploma -
SOUTH GARLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Garland, TX05.2008
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Creative teaching strategies
- Social skills promotion
- Dependable and cooperative
- Ability to multitask
- Dependable and reliable
- Friendly and outgoing
- Preparing instructional materials
- Feedback provision
- Classroom management
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Behavior modeling
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexible schedule
- Open communication
- Positive attitude
- Fast problem-solving
- Oral and written communication
- Curriculum planning
- Activity implementation
- Student and parent relations
- Classroom support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Small group and individual assistance
- Small group instruction
- Organization and prioritization
Affiliations
- Earned President's Scholars for maintaining a 4.0 GPA.
Accomplishments
- Awarded Paraprofessional of the Year 2025 for Dorris Jones Elementary.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
Dorris Jones Elementary
07.2023 - Current
In-Home Nanny
In-Home Nanny
08.2020 - 08.2023
Daycare Teacher
By the Barnyard Gate
08.2012 - 07.2015
Daycare Teacher
Lighthouse Private School
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
East Texas A&M Commerce
High School Diploma -
SOUTH GARLAND HIGH SCHOOL
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