Brittany Cotero
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with 12 years in developing nurturing, developmentally appropriate environments for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Expertise in curriculum planning, child assessment, and family engagement strengthens relationships with children and families. Holds an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Child Development Teacher Permit, with CPR/First Aid certification.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Teacher
Foundation for Early Childhood Education
Los Angeles
09.2025 - Current
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
- Facilitated children's school readiness through tailored learning experiences that address individual developmental needs.
- Conducted child observations, assessments, and developmental screenings to inform individualized learning plans.
- Provide nurturing, responsive care and education for infants and toddlers in an Early Head Start classroom.
- Maintained ongoing communication with families to update them on children's progress and foster collaborative support.
- Foster positive relationships with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, licensing regulations, and health and safety requirements.
EHS Toddler Teacher
USC School for Early Childhood Education
Los Angeles
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed and implemented comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) curriculum for students
- Established safe learning environment through consistent enforcement of EHS policies and procedures
- Performed regular safety inspections of classrooms and facilities, identifying hazards to ensure student safety
- Led hands-on activities that reinforced EHS concepts and fostered critical thinking skills
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Los Angeles
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented a curriculum targeting various areas of child development
- Provided individualized and group instruction tailored to children's needs and subject matter
- Facilitated learning of basic skills including color, shape, number, and letter recognition
Toddler Teacher
La Casita Vedre Child Development Center
Los Angeles
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Conducted daily check-ins with children to monitor health and safety, collaborating with parents to support optimal development
- Organized and planned monthly field trips to enhance children's learning experiences in a safe and engaging environment
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, fostering trust and satisfaction beyond expectations
Office Assistant / Merchandiser
Macy's
Downey
09.2009 - 04.2018
- Handled customer inquiries, answered questions, and resolved problems promptly to enhance customer satisfaction
- Tracked customer orders, identified issues, and resolved them during order fulfillment to ensure timely delivery
- Fostered team culture focused on exceeding customer expectations and meeting all company performance goals
Preschool Teacher
Around The World Children's Center
Downey
05.2013 - 09.2015
- Organized and planned monthly field trips, enhancing children's learning experiences and fostering enjoyment in a safe environment
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Facilitated interactive activities promoting social and emotional development.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
Education
Early Childhood Education -
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05-2024
La Serna High school -
La Serna High school
Whittier, CA06-2008
Skills
- Teaching Experience
- Curriculum development
- Classroom Management
- Time management
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Word
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Certification
- Teaching Certification
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Timeline
EHS Teacher
Foundation for Early Childhood Education
09.2025 - Current
EHS Toddler Teacher
USC School for Early Childhood Education
06.2024 - 09.2025
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
08.2019 - 05.2024
Toddler Teacher
La Casita Vedre Child Development Center
09.2015 - 08.2019
Preschool Teacher
Around The World Children's Center
05.2013 - 09.2015
Office Assistant / Merchandiser
Macy's
09.2009 - 04.2018
Early Childhood Education -
Cerritos College
La Serna High school -
La Serna High school