Early Childhood Educator

• Sep 2020 - Present

Design and implemented zoo and nature focused curriculum for children ages 3-5 years of age. Taught basic living skills and hygiene practices. Collaborated with other teachers and supervisors to ensure curriculum hits all targets and design a positive learning environment. Design and implemented zoo and nature focused curriculum for children ages 3-5 years of age. Taught basic living skills and hygiene practices. Collaborated with other teachers and supervisors to ensure curriculum hits all targets and design a positive learning environment.

Lead Preschool Teacher and Program Supervisor

• Jul 2019 - Jul 2020

Plan and implement curriculum with children aged 2.5-5 years of age. Taught basic living skills (pottying, serving food, etc.). Collaborated with others to make a positive learning environment. Take preschoolers on weekly field trips throughout downtown and to library run story time. Kept files up to date for all staff and students, including making sure all trainings and paperwork are met and current. Planned schedule daily, including breaks and lunches for all staff. Organized tours and new family orientation to the center. Show less

Lead Infant Teacher

• Mar 2018 - Jul 2019

Taught basic fine and gross motor skills to children under the age of 1. Worked with children to keep them learning developmentally appropriate skills. Assisted preschoolers with basic leadership skills when spending time with the infants through a leadership program. Collaborated with other teachers to create a positive learning environment. Cleaned the center nightly to prepare for the next day. Delegated tasks and room placements to assistants throughout the day.

Teacher Assistant

• Jun 2015 - Mar 2018

Developed and implemented lessons and activities with children ages 0 months to 5 years of age. Established positive relationships with students and families. Collaborated with other teachers to create a positive learning environment for students from various culture, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds. Delegated tasks in classrooms with students and staff to keep the center running smoothly. Planned and made snacks and meals for students multiple times per day. Cleaned the center nightly to prepare it for the next day. Show less

Custodian

• Jan 2019 - May 2019

Team Read Tutor

• Nov 2012 - Jun 2013

Worked one on one with a student two afternoons a week throughout the school year. Helped student to improve reading skills, as well as the ability to regulate and stay on task. Worked one on one with a student two afternoons a week throughout the school year. Helped student to improve reading skills, as well as the ability to regulate and stay on task.