Tia Ray
Spring Valley,US
Summary
Passionate child development professional with a strong foundation in child and adolescent development and experience supporting children with varying abilities and special needs. Proven ability to design and implement developmentally appropriate, inclusive curriculum that enhances learning, behavior, and emotional growth. Recognized for building supportive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to ensure holistic child development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
El Cajon
02.2019 - Current
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Developed lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students with different learning styles and abilities.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate activities that promoted physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Property Management Assistant
AvalonBay
San Diego
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep
- Promptly responded to tenant complaints and concerns
- Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services
- Greeted approximately 30 prospective tenants weekly
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
Sales Associate
Tory Burch
San Diego
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment
- Generated advertising brochure for vendor use
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance.
Assistant Teacher
CDC Chollas Heights
San Diego
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA06.2026
Associate of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
Cuyamaca Community College
online06.2026
High School Diploma -
Olympian High School
Chula Vista, US06.2014
Skills
- Cooperative team member & Quick learner
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Computer proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Extremely organized
Certification
Child Development Associates Credential (CDA)
Timeline
Property Management Assistant
AvalonBay
03.2022 - 10.2022
Sales Associate
Tory Burch
07.2021 - 05.2022
Pre-K Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2019 - Current
Assistant Teacher
CDC Chollas Heights
10.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Cuyamaca College
Associate of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
Cuyamaca Community College
High School Diploma -
Olympian High School