Cindy Saenz
South El Monte
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.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Start Associate Substitute
Cross Country Education
Mission Hills
07.2023 - Current
- Supported classroom management by maintaining student engagement and discipline.
- Prepared instructional materials to assist teachers in lesson delivery.
- Adapted lessons to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with educators to reinforce curriculum goals and objectives.
- Provided instruction in place of absent teachers, following lesson plans and instructions for classroom management.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information related to student records.
- Met regularly with administrators, staff members, parents and guardians to discuss student progress or any other issues related to the classroom environment.
- Assisted with developing creative lesson plans that engaged all types of learners.
- Utilized various teaching methods including lectures, hands-on activities, multimedia presentations and more.
Infant and Toddler Development Specialist
Pediatric Care Services
Claremont
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed individualized lesson plans for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
- Conducted assessments to identify developmental milestones and needs of children.
- Collaborated with parents to provide resources and support for child development.
- Developed and implemented individualized curriculum plans for infants and toddlers based on their unique developmental needs.
- Established trusting relationships with families by engaging them regularly in conversation about their child's progress in the program.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists. to develop comprehensive intervention plans.
- Participated in regular team meetings with other early childhood professionals to discuss best practices for working with young children.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
- Monitored progress of each child's development through ongoing assessment tools such as checklists, portfolios and observations.
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Options For Learning
Covina
04.2013 - 11.2020
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported children's social, emotional, and educational development daily.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators regarding student progress.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance teaching techniques and strategies.
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Education
Social Work
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA 08.2010 - 08.2013
Social Work
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA 08.2007 - 04.2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Developmental assessment
- Curriculum development
- Time management
- Assessment strategies
- Lesson plan implementation
- Creative problem solving
- Assessment administration
- Lesson implementation
- IEP documentation
- Parent communication
- Records management
- Reporting and documenting
- Assessment techniques
- Proficient in [software]
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and planning
- Lectures and discussions
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
A1
Certification
- CPR Certification, Year 2026
Mandate Report Certification, Year 2026
Timeline
Head Start Associate Substitute
Cross Country Education
07.2023 - Current
Infant and Toddler Development Specialist
Pediatric Care Services
01.2023 - 07.2023
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Options For Learning
04.2013 - 11.2020
Social Work
Rio Hondo College
08.2010 - 08.2013
Social Work
Mt. San Antonio College
08.2007 - 04.2009