Yalizza Cruz
Radcliff,KY
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with expertise in fostering nurturing environments. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and maintaining strong parent-teacher communication to enhance children's emotional and social skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Latham's Topp Learn & Play
06.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for infants, enhancing developmental growth.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted emotional and social skills among infants.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and best practices.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on child development theories and classroom management techniques.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Taylor Tots Children's Center
08.2024 - 04.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to two-year-olds' developmental milestones.
- Led classroom activities promoting language acquisition through play-based learning techniques.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged socialization and emotional growth among toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address any developmental concerns.
- Conducted regular assessments of children's development, adjusting curriculum as needed to enhance learning outcomes.
- Coordinated classroom schedules and resources, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective time management.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Caring Hearts Staffing
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's emotional and social development.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Organized educational activities that promoted creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork among children.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to monitor student progress and address individual needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that improved overall classroom dynamics and student engagement.
Cashier Team Lead
The Fish House & Grill
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Trained and mentored new cashiers on customer service best practices and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Oversaw daily cash register operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in transactions.
- Implemented inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Hardin Highschool
RadcliffSkills
- Innovative instruction
- Classroom organization
- Child safety practices
- Sensory stimulation
- Social skills development
- Child development
- Emotional support
- Progress reporting
- Developmental activities
- Work ethic
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Latham's Topp Learn & Play
06.2026 - Current
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Taylor Tots Children's Center
08.2024 - 04.2026
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Caring Hearts Staffing
01.2024 - 08.2024
Cashier Team Lead
The Fish House & Grill
03.2019 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
North Hardin Highschool