Amanda Juarez
Hemet
Summary
Experienced in creating and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with learning foundations, fostering positive child development. Demonstrated ability to maintain supportive learning environments while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Established authentic relationships with children, families, and colleagues, enhancing community engagement and collaboration. Proficient in conducting assessments and maintaining documentation to support individual learning plans and classroom management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool/School Age Teacher
Catalyst Kids 50523 Orange Terrace Park Way
Riverside
11.2019 - Current
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum supported by learning foundations that are directly connected to their interests and promote positive child development
- Create, implement, and maintain intentional, enriched, and supportive learning environments and quality experiences that are age appropriate for all children
- Provide excellent customer service by establishing authentic connections and reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with children, youth, families, schools, communities, and center/classroom team
- Keep children healthy and safe by ensuring proper supervision, positive interactions, healthy habits, and excellent compliance
- Work collaboratively with fellow staff by connecting work place values, education, and experience to provide the highest quality programs and creative workplaces
Associate Teacher
Family Service Association
Cabazon
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Assist the lead teacher in planning, supervise and implementing the program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of FSA Child Development Services, Community Care Licensing, and NAEYC Program Standards
- Assume the responsibilities of the Lead Teacher in her/his absence, including but not limited to overall responsibility for the management of the classroom, supervision of staff members assigned, creation and implementation of the DAP curriculum, and any assessments assigned
- Follow a daily schedule that allows for a variety of activities that support all aspects of the child’s development, with required and appropriate percentages of time for indoor and outdoor activities, supporting both large and small/fine motor development and allowing for creative expression
- Engage in DAP interactions throughout the day and all activities, facilitating and scaffolding the development of social skills through quality interactions
- Develop and maintain relationships with the children and their families. Strive to learn about the family and community of each child to integrate developmentally appropriate learning throughout the curriculum
- Participate in the New Family Orientation, and transition plan processes, helping families and children acclimate to new environments, and begin building solid relationships when needed
- Complete and maintain the following reports and documents including but not limited to health checks, ratios, meal counts, injury reports, unusual mark reports, DRDP, ERS, and learning plans as assigned by or in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
- Maintain the classroom, environment, and interactions with a minimum of a good ERS rating
- Organize and facilitate the opening and/or closing routines, including preparation for the current or next day’s program activities
- Participate in the assessment process for assigned children, including DRDP (DRDP portfolio app for gathering evidence and DRDP online for assessments), ASQ-3 and/or ASQ-SE, and the parent conferences for both DRDP and ASQ. Complete a minimum of assessments assigned by and under the supervision of the Lead Teacher (for classrooms with enrollment under 24, Associate Teachers shall be assigned one-fourth of the assessments)
- Assist the Lead Teacher when appropriate to complete ERS observation / Scoring
- Use the DRDP Group and Individual reports, along with the CA Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks to assess the needs of the children and develop learning plans under the guidance and assignment of the Lead Teacher
- Monitor and participate in toileting/diapering and other health routines (Diapering, toilet training, mucus management, helping children complete appropriate handwashing as needed)
- Guide and supervise the Classroom Assistant(s) in their job responsibilities through the development of an appropriate professional relationship and open, respectful communication
- Assist the Lead Teacher in conducting and documenting fire, earthquake, and intruder drills.
- Ensure a safe environment for the children that is free of hazards
- Maintain children’s legal sign-in cards by ensuring families sign in and out as required and assisting the office staff in collecting needed documentation from the families.
- Maintain confidentiality of family and children’s information with staff and the community.
Pre K Teacher
Village Preschool
Arroyo Grand
09.2010 - 12.2017
- Promoted language acquisition through storytelling or interactive play activities.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Incorporated culturally responsive practices into daily instruction.
- Supervised recesses and lunch periods while ensuring safety of all students.
- Provided guidance when needed to help children develop problem-solving skills.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers through cooperative learning activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Organized group projects to foster collaboration among peers.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan and execute field trips and special events.
- Monitored playground equipment to ensure it is safe for use.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Cerro Coso Community College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Curriculum development
- Child assessment
- Classroom management
- Health and safety
- Culturally responsive practices
- Family engagement
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Preschool/School Age Teacher
Catalyst Kids 50523 Orange Terrace Park Way
11.2019 - Current
Associate Teacher
Family Service Association
02.2018 - 10.2019
Pre K Teacher
Village Preschool
09.2010 - 12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Cerro Coso Community College