Kristen Sandoval
San Jose
Summary
Dynamic education professional with over 25 years of experience supervising teaching staff, parents, and children in various schools and childcare centers in San Jose, CA. Expertise in fostering positive communication with public and private agencies, including school districts and regional centers, to enhance collaboration. Proven track record in conducting monthly site meetings and quarterly Parent Advisory Council meetings to ensure community engagement and support. Committed to upholding all licensing regulations and agency policies while delivering high-quality services to children and families in alignment with NAEYC standards.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
A Place To Grow Preschool
11.2015 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Mentored new teachers, enhancing instructional techniques and classroom management skills.
- Collaborated with parents to support child development and address concerns effectively.
English & Spanish Teacher
Aloha, Mind Math
08.2015 - 09.2017
Childcare Center Director
Genius Kids
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Developed and implemented educational programs aligning with state standards.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and safety protocols.
- Led staff training initiatives to enhance teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Fostered positive relationships with families, promoting open communication and community engagement.
Contract Administrator
Central Fence Company
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Completed all labor compliance documents for public projects.
- Utilized Elations, LCP Tracker, and MyLCM for certified payroll reporting.
- Responsible for petty cash funds and receipts. Created new hire packets, ensuring all Federal, State, and local requirements are met.
- Participated in monthly production meetings. Prepared A/R invoices, lien releases, and back-up documentation required by customer.
- Entered all job cost invoices in Excel. Maintain positive relationships with vendors, customers, and employees.
Center Director
After School Adventures
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Provide individual and group instruction to students
- Assist owner with enrollment, and communicate effectively with parents
- Maintain confidentiality of children, families and employees
- Coordinate monthly staff meetings
- Responsible for maintaining all sign-in/out sheets
- Manage all aspects of employee relations for all teaching staff in the center, for example: interviewing, hiring, performance of staff, and termination
- Responsible for scheduling staff in accordance with licensing requirements and center’s needs
- Assure that fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly
- Responsible for collecting weekly payments from the parents
Center Director
Kidango
04.2004 - 12.2011
- Work as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of Kidango
- Represent Kidango at community functions
- Provide developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for children
- Meet the individual needs and interests of children in relation to their cultural, social and economic background
- Responsible for accurate update of records on site, for example: enrollment, attendance, meal counts, daily logs, curriculum, child observations, and parent participation
- Responsible for maintaining enrollment at capacity
- Assisted Enrollment Specialist with enrollment for various Kidango childcare centers
- Conduct parent meetings in Spanish and English, responsible for home visits
- Responsible for hiring, training, and terminating teaching staff
- Communicate effectively with school staff and teachers to maintain a close/trusting relationship
- Coordinate family events, and encourage parent participation
- Participate in activities, and conferences that furthered my professional growth, as educators we are life-long learners
Lead Teacher and Site Supervisor
YWCA
01.2000 - 04.2004
Human Resources Assistant
Condor Systems, INC.
01.1990 - 01.1995
Education
AS Degree - Early Childhood Education
San Jose City College
San Jose, CAAspects of Employment, Employment Benefits, Business classes
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Effective time management
- Professional and constructive communication with staff members and families
- Effective correspondence, both verbal and written
- Fluent in Spanish and English with cultural awareness
- Strong customer service skills
- Skilled in training and oversight
- Good organizational skills
- Proficient in computer applications
- Team player
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
A Place To Grow Preschool
11.2015 - 12.2024
Childcare Center Director
Genius Kids
08.2015 - 09.2016
English & Spanish Teacher
Aloha, Mind Math
08.2015 - 09.2017
Contract Administrator
Central Fence Company
10.2014 - 05.2015
Center Director
After School Adventures
08.2012 - 09.2014
Center Director
Kidango
04.2004 - 12.2011
Lead Teacher and Site Supervisor
YWCA
01.2000 - 04.2004
Human Resources Assistant
Condor Systems, INC.
01.1990 - 01.1995
Aspects of Employment, Employment Benefits, Business classes
San Jose State University
AS Degree - Early Childhood Education
San Jose City College