Zaida Lopez
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Before and After School Care Assistant at YMCA New Jersey. Skilled in activity planning and rapport building, I fostered a safe, engaging environment that enhanced children's social and emotional development. Committed to continuous improvement through professional development and effective communication with parents.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Before and After School Care Assistant
YMCA New Jersey
- Assisted in planning and implementing engaging activities for children during before and after school programs.
- Supervised students to ensure a safe and positive environment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to create a supportive learning atmosphere tailored to individual needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences in care programs.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and managed enrollment documentation for program participants.
- Developed age-appropriate educational resources that enhanced children's social and emotional development.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among students, promoting teamwork and respect within the group setting.
- Participated in training sessions to improve personal skills and knowledge related to child development practices.
- Supported the emotional well-being of students by providing a listening ear, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and open communication within the before and after school care setting.
- Enhanced student safety by consistently supervising before and after school activities and ensuring adherence to established rules.
Teacher's Assistant
Deerfield Elementary School
09.2018 - 09.2025
- Assisted lead teacher in developing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adapt teaching strategies.
- Organized classroom resources, ensuring efficient use of instructional tools and materials.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices and methodologies.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pedro Falu
Rio Grande PRNo Degree -
Rowen College of New Jersey
Vineland, NJSkills
- Meal coordination
- Activities planning
- Records management
- Health and safety
- Activity planning
- Early childhood education
- CPR training
- Infant care
- Special needs care
- Social and academic development
- Social development
- Child development
- Rapport building
- Curriculum planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Deerfield Elementary School
09.2018 - 09.2025
Before and After School Care Assistant
YMCA New Jersey
High School Diploma -
Pedro Falu
No Degree -
Rowen College of New Jersey