Rosa Patino
Loma Linda
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at YMCA Child Development Center, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Recognized for fostering inclusive environments and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Adept at building strong relationships with parents and students, ensuring effective communication and support for diverse learning needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
Redlands
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups.
- Assisted children with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Implemented creative projects to enhance learning experiences.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents about child progress and behavior.
- Collaborated with staff to support individual student needs.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
Riverside
11.2014 - 08.2025
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
Counter Person
Butch's Grinders
Riverside
03.1997 - 11.2018
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Prepared and served meals following health and safety guidelines
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas for food safety
- Assisted customers with menu selections and dietary preferences
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently for food preparation
Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
East Vale
09.2006 - 10.2016
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents about child progress and behavior.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
Sale Clerk
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Riverside
05.1997 - 01.1999
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Operated cash register and processed transactions accurately.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise for optimal display.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the sales floor.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service experience.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management.
- Handled returns and exchanges while adhering to store policies.
- Provided product information to help customers make informed decisions.
- Greeted customers and responded to inquiries in a professional manner.
- Responded to customer questions about products and services.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise ensuring adequate inventory levels were maintained.
- Processed payments and bagged items for customer check out.
- Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with product selection, answers to questions, and handling complaints or issues.
- Put new merchandise on shelves and racks in attractive arrangements.
- Operated cash registers, scanners, and computers to itemize and total customer purchases.
- Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Performed price checks for items requested by customers when needed.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Riverside City College
Riverside, CASkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Special needs instruction
- Curriculum development
- Classroom safety
- Parent communication
- Behavior management
- Effective guidance
- Relationship building
- Learning style assessment
- Small group instruction
- Parent and student communication
- Assigning and grading work
- Special education
- Student needs assessment
- Standardized testing
- Public speaking
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Program development
- Classwork assignment
- Motivating students
- Social-emotional learning training
- Educational activities
- Family involvement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Product knowledge
- Oral communication
- Time management
- Customer relationship management
- Sales techniques
- Inventory management
- Critical thinking
- Teaching strategies
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptability
- Travel planning
Timeline
Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
02.2025 - 08.2025
Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
11.2014 - 08.2025
Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
09.2006 - 10.2016
Sale Clerk
Wal-Mart Supercenter
05.1997 - 01.1999
Counter Person
Butch's Grinders
03.1997 - 11.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Riverside City College