Tiffany Little
Los Lunas,NM
Summary
Ready to bring high energy, early intervention knowledge and dedication to children. Focused on planning diverse activities and experiences to enrich learning and promote individual growth. Positive, upbeat and motivated to positively impact every child. Attentive, creative and passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills to promote well-being. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced in providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Inspired to promote physical health, emotional and social health.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Safe Site Child Development Inc.
2023.08 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom routines, creating a structured learning environment conducive to student growth.
- Provided accommodations and modifications for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to the curriculum and could succeed academically.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress using assessments and data analysis tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to improve outcomes.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall educational experience for Pre-K students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a well-rounded education for students.
- Improved student reading comprehension levels through targeted literacy instruction and individualized support.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education, continuously improving teaching techniques.
Lead Early Pre-K Teacher
Auntie Nikki's Daycare
2020.08 - 2022.05
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors
- Teaching children about core concepts, such as numbers, letters, shapes, and colors
- Using creative, hands-on methods of learning, such as artistic expression, free play, and storytelling
- Planning a curriculum that addresses early childhood education requirements
- Trained new employees and stayed in direct contact with CYFD (Focus) program.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
2016.05 - 2019.12
- Performed assessments on each child and documented results
- Updated files for individual children and teachers for recordkeeping
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children
- Established open and loving environment where children could express desires and focus on learning
- Set guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
- Evaluated facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Teacher Assistant
Isleta Headstart
2015.06 - 2016.03
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Cultivated and deepened relationships with students and parents
- Assisted main teacher in conducting inside and outside activities with students
- Observed and tracked behaviors to assist with assessments
- Upheld consistent group schedule with diverse experiences, activities and instructional times
- Held office hours to review material with students requiring extra assistance
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success
- Helped learners of all abilities build learning and study skills to promote lifelong educational goals
- Fostered positive, student-centered classroom environment by encouraging opinion sharing
- Taught after-school and summer enrichment programs
- Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction
- Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development
- Developed individualized lesson plans based on each student's IEP goals
- Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards
- Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
Nanny
Sherry/Doug Bolinger
2013.04 - 2015.02
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
- Planned fun excursions to enhance physical abilities and expose children to stimulating, educational activities
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television or other detrimental influences
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives while parents were away
- Helped with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health
- Taught children safe behavior such as seeking adult assistance when crossing street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects
- Performed light housekeeping duties, such as preparing nutritious meals, cleaning, laundry, tidying bedrooms, dusting and sanitizing play areas.
Nanny
Irene Baker
2011.01 - 2013.04
Lead Teacher
Phoenix Children's Academy Preschool
2007.10 - 2010.12
- Utilized technological advancements that engaged and empowered children
- Updated files for individual children and teachers for recordkeeping
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Established open and loving environment where children could express desires and focus on learning
- Encouraged teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning
- Set guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent
- Increased academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques
- Supervised up to 10 children on field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos
- Made healthy, well-balanced breakfasts and lunches for 10 children
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
Education
Early Childhood Development Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05.2023
45-Hour Course - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM06.2021
GED -
UNM HEP Program
Albuquerque, NM06.2019
Skills
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Needs Identification and Assessment
- Time Management
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Data Confidentiality
- Data Entry Documentation and Reporting
- Student Needs Assessment
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Latestskillsobtained
- CREC Coaching
- Heggerty Modeling
- Coordinated after-school activities and transportation for 2 children for practices and events
- Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance
- Planned fun excursions to enhance physical abilities and expose children to stimulating, educational activities
- Assisted children by checking homework, and quizzing on various subjects
- Transported children safely to range of extracurricular activities
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and reading books
- Assisted children with homework and implemented school material in practical, everyday activities
- Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
Timeline
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Safe Site Child Development Inc.
2023.08 - Current
Lead Early Pre-K Teacher
Auntie Nikki's Daycare
2020.08 - 2022.05
Lead Toddler Teacher
Kindercare Learning Center
2016.05 - 2019.12
Teacher Assistant
Isleta Headstart
2015.06 - 2016.03
Nanny
Sherry/Doug Bolinger
2013.04 - 2015.02
Nanny
Irene Baker
2011.01 - 2013.04
Lead Teacher
Phoenix Children's Academy Preschool
2007.10 - 2010.12
Early Childhood Development Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
45-Hour Course - Early Childhood Education
Central New Mexico Community College
GED -
UNM HEP Program
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