Marlene Zutavern
Oak View
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Lead Infant Teacher
Hope 4 Kids Early Learning Centers
Santa Barbara
07.2019 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans for infants that promote early learning growth.
- Supervised classroom activities to ensure a safe and nurturing environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development and educational progress.
- Observed and assessed children's developmental milestones and learning needs.
- Coordinated daily schedules to balance playtime, meals, and rest periods effectively.
- Facilitated communication among staff to ensure cohesive teaching strategies and support.
- Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
- Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals served, naps taken. for each child.
- Monitored each infant's growth and development on an individual basis.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for infants that incorporated both physical and cognitive activities.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their children's behavior and overall well-being.
- Created positive relationships with families by establishing open communication channels between home and school environments.
- Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
- Participated in parent meetings to discuss progress reports and any issues concerning their children's development.
- Assisted in transitioning new students into the classroom setting by creating individual plans based on their unique needs.
- Provided a safe, nurturing environment in which children could learn and grow.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to health standards such as hand washing procedures.
- Provided comfort and support during times of distress or illness when necessary.
- Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote socialization among the infants.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Encouraged language development through reading stories, singing songs, and playing games with the infants.
- Planned special events such as holiday parties or end-of-year celebrations to foster community spirit among staff members and families alike.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons that would engage all ages of children in the classroom setting.
Rover/Teachers aide
Tamara Js Family Daycare
Castleton
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment at the daycare.
- Assisted in daily meal preparation and served nutritious snacks to children.
- Organized engaging educational games to promote learning and development.
Companion Animal Department Manager
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Santa Barbara
03.2011 - 02.2016
- Managed daily operations in the Companion Animal Department.
- Trained staff on animal care and customer service techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management and product ordering processes.
Education
Nordhoff High School
Ojai, CASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ventura College
Ventura, CASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
SBCC
Santa Barbara, CASome College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Theoria Technical Institute
San Diego, CASkills
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Safety compliance
- Curriculum development
- professionalism:
- Infant and Early Childhood Development
- Classroom Leadership & Team Supervision
- Curriculum Planning & Implementation
- Individualized Lesson Planning
- Developmental Milestone Assessment
- Positive Behavior Guidance
- Responsive Caregiving
- Safe Sleep Practices
- Bottle Feeding & Infant Nutrition
- Diapering & Hygiene Procedures
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Licensing Regulation Compliance
- Daily Care Routines & Scheduling
- Parent Communication & Family Partnerships
- Classroom Management
- Staff Mentoring & Training
- Team Collaboration
- Observation & Documentation
- Developmental Progress Reporting
- Infant Sensory & Play-Based Learning
- Social-Emotional Development
- Emergency Preparedness & First Aid
- CPR Certified (Infant, Child & Adult)
- Child Abuse Prevention & Mandated Reporting
- Sanitization & Infection Control
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management & Organization
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Multitasking Under Pressure
- Compassionate & Patient Care
- Professionalism & Reliability
- Problem Solving
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- Relationship Building with Families
- Leadership & Decision-Making
Languages
French
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master Lead Infant Teacher
Hope 4 Kids Early Learning Centers
07.2019 - Current
Rover/Teachers aide
Tamara Js Family Daycare
03.2016 - 06.2019
Companion Animal Department Manager
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
03.2011 - 02.2016
Nordhoff High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ventura College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
SBCC
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Theoria Technical Institute