Valerie Degollado
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings Number years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny/Babysitter
Self-employeed
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Lead Teacher
Children’s Light House
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Delicè Chocolatier & Patisserie
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to health codes.
- Improved inventory management by regularly monitoring ingredient levels and placing timely orders as needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of daily production goals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Consistently met deadlines for high-volume orders during peak business hours or special events.
Assistant Teacher
Bilingual Child Academy
12.2015 - 02.2017
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Activities Assistant
Franklin Park Sonterra
02.2012 - 07.2014
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Increased social interaction among residents through facilitating group activities and fostering a sense of community.
- Improved residents'' physical wellbeing by coordinating exercise programs tailored to individual abilities and needs.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Managed inventory of activity supplies, ensuring adequate materials were available for planned events while adhering to budget constraints.
- Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
Wait Staff Member
Independence Hill Retirement Home
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and efficiently addressing concerns.
- Boosted restaurant reputation with exceptional attention to detail, prompt service, and a friendly demeanor.
- Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and suggesting daily specials to guests.
- Streamlined dining experience for patrons through consistent communication with kitchen staff regarding order updates and special requests.
- Maintained cleanliness in dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff members, fostering a team-oriented work environment.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation and timely delivery of dishes to guests.
- Promptly addressed customer complaints or issues, resulting in increased guest satisfaction rates.
- Minimized wait times by quickly seating guests during peak hours, improving overall customer experience.
Education
Phlebotomy
The Texas Institute of Phlebotomy
San Angelo, TX2018
MA/CNA
Academy of Nurses
San Antonio, TX2013
Ronald Reagan High School
San Antonio, TX06.2011
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson development
- Safety awareness
- Child Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Educational leadership
- Lesson Planning
- Training and mentoring
- Childcare needs
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Transporting patients
- Patient Lifting
- Venipuncture
- Sample and specimen collection
- Safe Patient Transportation
- Relationship Building
- Meal Preparation
- First aid and safety
- Potty Training Support
- Child Supervision
- Licensed driver
- Early Childhood Development
- CPR Certified
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Managing routines
- Maintaining safe environment
- Meal and snack times
- Infant care experience
- Toddler care experience
- Child Development Understanding
- Diaper changing proficiency
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nanny/Babysitter
Self-employeed
08.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Children’s Light House
09.2020 - 09.2021
Assistant Pastry Chef
Delicè Chocolatier & Patisserie
03.2017 - 02.2018
Assistant Teacher
Bilingual Child Academy
12.2015 - 02.2017
Activities Assistant
Franklin Park Sonterra
02.2012 - 07.2014
Wait Staff Member
Independence Hill Retirement Home
09.2009 - 02.2012
Phlebotomy
The Texas Institute of Phlebotomy
MA/CNA
Academy of Nurses
Ronald Reagan High School
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