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Sara Pizinger

Tehachapi,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with expertise in child development and curriculum management, honed at Adventureland. Skilled in fostering creativity and social development, while maintaining safety standards. Proven ability to enhance language skills and problem-solving techniques. Collaborated effectively with parents and colleagues, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. Passionate about nurturing young minds through innovative and engaging learning experiences.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Adventureland
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
  • Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
  • Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.

Lead Teacher

Children's Lighthouse Of Brushy Creek
11.2021 - 05.2023
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Made sure that all curriculum was done the way we were asked to do so

Childcare Floater

Joyful Junction
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
  • Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.

Private Tutor

Jessica Southward
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA
05.2020

Tehachapi High School
Tehachapi, CA
06.2017

Skills

  • Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Interactive Design
  • Safety Awareness
  • Room Arrangements
  • Social Development
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
  • Curriculum Management
  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management Techniques
  • Infant Feeding
  • Observational Information
  • Child Development

Certification

  • CPR Training
  • First aid Training

Timeline

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Adventureland
09.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Children's Lighthouse Of Brushy Creek
11.2021 - 05.2023

Childcare Floater

Joyful Junction
03.2020 - 06.2021

Private Tutor

Jessica Southward
08.2019 - 02.2020

Early Childhood Education

Cerro Coso Community College

Tehachapi High School

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