Shaniqua Mendez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Adept at classroom management and fostering student engagement, I significantly enhanced learning environments at Kids Quest and The Sitter Inc. By implementing innovative lesson planning and critical thinking exercises, I boosted academic and social development, achieving a notable increase in parent satisfaction and student progress.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
The Sitter Inc.
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday parties or field trips that enriched children''s experiences at the daycare center.
- Enhanced children''s emotional and social development by implementing age-appropriate programs and activities.
- Promoted a positive learning culture by modeling appropriate behavior management strategies for staff members to emulate.
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback from parents, staff members, licensing agencies, or external consultants.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for children to feel comfortable exploring their surroundings.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Monitored child progress through regular assessments, adjusting care plans accordingly to address individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering a sense of community within the daycare center.
Teacher
The Sitter Inc
01.2013 - 03.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
- Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Utilized technology to develop instructional materials and activities for children.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in daycare students through age-appropriate problem-solving exercises during circle time activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with other staff members regarding any concerns or updates on individual students'' progress.
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
Teacher
Kids Quest
01.2000 - 03.2007
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Everest College - Chesapeake
Chesapeake, VA01.2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Teacher
The Sitter Inc.
07.2023 - Current
Teacher
The Sitter Inc
01.2013 - 03.2020
Teacher
Kids Quest
01.2000 - 03.2007
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Everest College - Chesapeake
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