Kimberly Lopez
Oceanside
Summary
Compassionate Childcare Assistant Teacher with background in nurturing and educating children of diverse ages. Experience includes developing creative learning activities, managing classroom behavior, and fostering social development. Strengths lie in communication skills, patience, and adaptability to different learning styles. Made significant impact on child development by utilizing positive reinforcement teaching techniques. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
MiraCosta College Child Development Center
Oceanside
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Supported the development of individual plans based on the interests and abilities of each child.
- Engaged children in meaningful conversations regarding their day-to-day experiences.
- Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing age appropriate activities to encourage learning.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Promoted physical activity by encouraging outdoor playtime activities like sports and games.
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Collaborated with colleagues to provide a high standard of care for each child.
- Supervised naptime routines and ensured proper sleep habits were maintained.
- Maintained a clean, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged self-expression through various art forms such as music, painting, drawing.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure their child's needs were met.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Used clear communication and professionalism to develop constructive relationships with families.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with age-appropriate playtime activities.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
- Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions to improve childcare skills.
- Maintained clean and organized classroom and play areas to ensure a healthy environment.
- Monitored children's progress and behavior, reporting observations to lead teacher.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily activities that support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School
1 Pirates Cv, Oceanside, CA 9205406-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Studies
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CASome College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Palomar College
San Marcos, CASkills
- Child development
- Activity planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Nutritional knowledge
- Parent communication
- Safety monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Language development
- CPR certified
- Music and movement
- Outdoor activities planning
- Patience and empathy
- Early childhood education
- Positive and cheerful
- Active listener
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
MiraCosta College Child Development Center
04.2022 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Studies
Miracosta College
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Palomar College
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