Stephanie Carrasco
Bridgeton,NJ
Summary
Passionate and dedicated early childhood educator with a heart for nurturing young minds and helping them build strong foundations, both academically and emotionally. I believe in creating a safe, loving, and structured environment where children feel seen, supported, and excited to learn. As a woman of faith, my belief in serving with purpose guides how I teach, lead, and love each child in my care. I’m committed to partnering with families, encouraging positive development, and using age-appropriate, hands-on experiences to spark curiosity and growth. Teaching (in the beauty and early learning fields) isn’t just a job for me; it’s a calling, and I show up every day with intention, patience, and joy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Willing Hands Beauty
Self Employed
Bridgeton , NJ
02.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with other professionals in the beauty industry.
- Applied makeup for special occasions such as weddings or proms.
- Offered clients catalog showcasing hairstyle, cut and color options to meet individual preferences.
- Provided a range of beauty services including haircuts, coloring, and styling.
Stylist
Supercuts
Short Hills, NJ
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided cutting, coloring, and styling services using professional techniques.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking product levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Scheduled appointments for customers using internal software system.
- Backed up reception desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, and processing payments.
Lead Teacher, Four-Year-Olds Classroom
Urban Angels
Jersey City, NJ
11.2016 - 10.2019
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social and emotional development in young children.
- Created engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles in early childhood education.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Trained and mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Organized educational field trips that enhanced hands-on learning experiences for students.
Substitute Teacher
Sinai Christian Academy
Linden, NJ
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
Childcare Worker (Substance Abuse Program)
Trinitas Hospital
Elizabeth , NJ
01.2014 - 10.2014
- Monitored progress and documented observations for case management updates.
- Educated families on resources and strategies for effective child-rearing practices.
- Provided close supervision and monitored daily activities of children in facility.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities to support development.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
Pre-K Teacher
Kiddie Korner Pre-school
Jersey City, NJ
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
- Assessed student development through observations and informal evaluations regularly.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Assistant Teacher
The Children's Center at Goldman Sachs
Jersey City, NJ
01.2010 - 09.2012
- Assisted lead teachers in planning and implementing classroom activities.
- Supported children's learning through individualized instruction and attention.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
Secretary
Cartagena Construction LLC
New Britain, CT
12.2008 - 02.2010
- Managed daily office operations for construction project documentation.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings for project managers and clients.
- Maintained accurate filing system for contracts and project plans.
- Maintained office supplies inventory and ordered materials as needed.
- Communicated with subcontractors to ensure timely information flow.
- Handled phone inquiries and provided customer service support to clients.
Education
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Parisian Beauty Academy Paul Mitchell School
Hackensack, NJ08-2022
Pharmacy Tech Certification - Pharmacy Technician
GSSTI
Jersey City, NJ05-2012
High School Diploma -
New Britain High School
New Britain, CT06-2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Creative thinking
- Special needs support
- Social-emotional learning
- Language development
Affiliations
- Woman's Bible study leader (Where the Wildflowers Grow ) 2024-Current
- Jersey City Housing Authority (Volunteer) 2018-2020
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Stylist
Supercuts
03.2023 - 09.2024
Willing Hands Beauty
Self Employed
02.2021 - Current
Lead Teacher, Four-Year-Olds Classroom
Urban Angels
11.2016 - 10.2019
Substitute Teacher
Sinai Christian Academy
10.2014 - 06.2015
Childcare Worker (Substance Abuse Program)
Trinitas Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2014
Pre-K Teacher
Kiddie Korner Pre-school
06.2013 - 03.2014
Assistant Teacher
The Children's Center at Goldman Sachs
01.2010 - 09.2012
Secretary
Cartagena Construction LLC
12.2008 - 02.2010
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Parisian Beauty Academy Paul Mitchell School
Pharmacy Tech Certification - Pharmacy Technician
GSSTI
High School Diploma -
New Britain High School
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