Patty Salas
Lake Stevens,Washington
Summary
Compassionate Childcare and Preschool Teacher with expertise in early childhood development paired with 22 years of extensive experience. Passionate about maintaining well-balanced and encouraging learning environment. Versed in student assessments and class planning. Patient and understanding team player dedicated to supporting program mission and student success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director
PattyCakes Daycare and Preschool
Lake Stevens, WA
08.2015 - 06.2023
- Directed daily operations of a licensed childcare and preschool program to provide our families with a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Improved behavior by employing positive management strategies.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Discussed developments, behavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Preschool Director
New Life Foursquare Church
Everett, WA
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Supported student ministries by teaching about Bible stories and linking themes to current events.
- Designed and executed volunteer events for entire preschool ministry to give back to community.
- Planned large-scale preschool events.
- Wrote newsletters and email to communicate monthly activity schedules to parents.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Lynwood, WA
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum for Am and Pm classes. 20 students in each class.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- co-led Preschool chapel each week.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WAChild Development Associate - Early Childhood Education
The Council For Children And Families
Seattle, WA12-2022
Nursing Assistant Certified - Pediatric Nursing
Everett Community College
Everett, WA04-2004
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Social skills development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Effectively communicate and work with parents
- Experience in dual language learners
- Knowledge of competency's of early development
- Experience working with special needs
- Maintaining continued education and best practices through workshops and seminars
Timeline
Owner/Director
PattyCakes Daycare and Preschool
08.2015 - 06.2023
Preschool Lead Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
08.2013 - 06.2014
Preschool Director
New Life Foursquare Church
05.2013 - 08.2015
Nursing Assistant Certified - Pediatric Nursing
Everett Community College
Child Development Associate - Early Childhood Education
The Council For Children And Families
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lake Washington Institute of Technology