Oriana Alanis Gonzalez
Logan
Summary
Passionate Early Childhood Educator with a strong background in child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management. Creates engaging learning environments that foster curiosity and growth in young learners. Cultivates effective partnerships with families and colleagues to support educational success and enhance collaborative teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Bear River Head Start
Logan
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted with lesson planning and implemented developmentally appropriate activities.
- Promoted children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development through tailored activities.
- Facilitated communication skills and creative expression by integrating play with structured activities.
- Supported a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment for young children.
- Provided positive guidance to support appropriate behavior and social growth.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with families; encouraged parent involvement.
- Ensured compliance and organization by maintaining accurate documentation for CACFP and health/safety checklists.
- Assisted with disability referrals and ensured confidentiality of records.
- Supported program compliance, recruitment efforts, and daily classroom preparation.
- Demonstrated professionalism and adherence to early childhood best practices.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wilson Elementary
Logan
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted with implementing documented IEP test accommodations (e.g. extra time, reading of the test, etc.) to help students meet their individualized educational objectives.
- Monitored individual and group dynamics of special education students to identify and address behavioral and academic issues.
- Led classroom supervision and provided support in the temporary absence of the teacher to ensure continuity of learning and student safety.
- Registers new special education students for the purpose of enrolling and orienting them to programs in accordance with established requirements.
- Assists in transporting students (e.g.:), classroom, office, bathroom, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and from from destination.
- Maintains manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
- Prepares written materials (e.g. SCRAMS, Medicaid report, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
Administrative Assistant
NOA Welding Solutions
South Jordan
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed scheduling and calendar for executives at NOA Welding Solutions.
- Streamlined document management and coordinated office logistics while providing executive-level administrative support to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated office communication between departments and clients.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for project documentation.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Dancing Moose Montessori School
South Jordan
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for 3-5 year old students to enhance learning.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment, encouraging respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented individual progress of children and staff for accurate recordkeeping.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Dancing Moose Montessori School
South Jordan
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on the playground to ensure safety and engagement.
- Supported children's social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to foster individualized learning and developmental support.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Maintained clean and safe classroom environments through regular disinfection and sterilization of surfaces and toys.
Education
Associate Degree - Family And Human Studies
Salt Lake Community College
SLC, UT05-2027
Early Childhood Montessori Teaching Certification - Teaching Ages 2.5 to 6 years of age
Rings of Knowledge
South Jordan01-2025
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Fluent
Certification
Adult, Child and Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Bear River Head Start
06.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wilson Elementary
01.2025 - 05.2025
Administrative Assistant
NOA Welding Solutions
07.2024 - 01.2025
Preschool Lead Teacher
Dancing Moose Montessori School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Dancing Moose Montessori School
01.2021 - 08.2023
Associate Degree - Family And Human Studies
Salt Lake Community College
Early Childhood Montessori Teaching Certification - Teaching Ages 2.5 to 6 years of age
Rings of Knowledge