Nicolette Zarzabal
Jacksonville,Al
Summary
Energized-Organize-Motivated Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Assistant Director
JSU Child Development Center
06.2024 - Current
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
Lead Teacher
JSU Child Development Center
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Lead Teacher
KidsCity Learning Center
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Preparing and implementing unique personally developed lessons to a classroom averaging 8 to 11 students between the ages of 2 and 3 years old
- Communicating frequently and working together with families to discuss student development and behavior physically and emotionally.
Lead teacher
Kids1st Daycare
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Preparing and implementing unique personally developed lessons to a classroom averaging 8 to 11 students between the ages of 2 and 3 years old
- Communicating frequently and working together with families to discuss student development and behavior physically and emotionally.
Pediatric consultant
University Of Miami
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Educate families along with child care providers about child development, mental and physical health awareness and safety, health and nutrition.
Assistant VPK Teacher
Lincoln Marti Private School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Plan and implement daily lessons and schedules.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Child Development
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Governor University
Millcreek , UT06.2023
Brito Miami Private School
01.2011
Skills
- Technologically Proficient
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Classroom Management
- Effective communicator (oral and written)
- CPR and First Aide Certification
- Educational leadership
- Cultural Competency
- Compliance understanding
- Motivating students
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Discovering Inclusion Certification (working with children with special needs)
- Department of children’s and families Introductory to Child Care Trainings
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
- Honor Society
Timeline
Interim Assistant Director
JSU Child Development Center
06.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
JSU Child Development Center
08.2022 - 05.2024
Lead Teacher
KidsCity Learning Center
05.2019 - 03.2020
Lead teacher
Kids1st Daycare
11.2016 - 01.2018
Pediatric consultant
University Of Miami
08.2014 - 06.2015
Assistant VPK Teacher
Lincoln Marti Private School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Child Development
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Governor University
Brito Miami Private School
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