Zaira Avalos
Midlothian,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
The Learning Station
Midlothian, TX
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
Teacher Aide
Jandrucko Academy For Early Learners
Mansfield, TX
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
School Custodian
Annette Perry Elementary
Mansfield, TX
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
School Custodian
Frank Seal Middle School
Midlothian, TX
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Cleaned and sanitized all classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other common areas in the school.
- Emptied trash cans in all classrooms, offices, restrooms and hallways each morning.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Ensured that proper safety procedures were followed when using hazardous chemicals or operating machinery or equipment.
- Replenished restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Cleaned chalkboards after each use in classrooms throughout the day.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Cleaned windows both inside and outside of the building using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midlothian High School
Midlothian, TX05-2014
Skills
- Child supervision
- Behavior management
- Health and safety
- Parent communication
- Learning assessment
- Classroom organization
- Activity planning
- Efficient under pressure
- Emergency procedures
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Empathy and patience
- Positive and cheerful
- Strong work ethic
- Bilingual in (Spanish)
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
The Learning Station
07.2024 - 01.2025
Teacher Aide
Jandrucko Academy For Early Learners
08.2017 - 12.2019
School Custodian
Annette Perry Elementary
09.2016 - 06.2017
School Custodian
Frank Seal Middle School
07.2014 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Midlothian High School
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