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Yomaira Montero

ORLANDO

Summary

Kids-oriented person with over 21 years of experience in dealing with children and people of diverse backgrounds. Hardworking individual with excellent interpersonal skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Bilingual in English / Spanish.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Living Word Academy
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.

In Home Child Care Provider

Self Employed Services
02.2005 - 12.2021
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development among 10 Children.
  • Led children in creative and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Offered top-notch care to 9+ children at once, ranging in age from 0 to 4.

Paraprofessional Assistant

New York State Education Department
10.2003 - 06.2004
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.

Education

Child Developement Asociate (CDA) - Preschool Bilingual

Early Learning Coalition of Orange County
Orlando
05.2023

Cerified - Child Care Services Management

Florida Department of Children And Families
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
  • Excellent Attention to Detail
  • Classroom Management

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Living Word Academy
07.2022 - Current

In Home Child Care Provider

Self Employed Services
02.2005 - 12.2021

Paraprofessional Assistant

New York State Education Department
10.2003 - 06.2004

Child Developement Asociate (CDA) - Preschool Bilingual

Early Learning Coalition of Orange County

Cerified - Child Care Services Management

Florida Department of Children And Families