Shilpa Mehandroo
Poway,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a history of meeting goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Centre Manager
Cool Kids Montessori Early Learning Centre
2020.05 - 2022.12
- Managed work and performance of more than 10 employees.
- Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with company and industry standards.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Directed daily operations at busy Early Childhood Service.
- Directed work to teams to deliver exceptional education to children.
- Trained new Educators on professional code of ethics and high service standards for parents.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Head Infant Teacher
Best Start
2017.07 - 2020.03
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for children.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Early Childhood Teacher
Kauri Kids
2010.01 - 2017.06
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Assistant Teacher
Abc Learning Centre
2008.09 - 2009.10
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Assistant Teacher
Delhi Public School
2007.11 - 2008.04
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
Assistant Teacher
G.D Goaenka Public School
2007.03 - 2007.11
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Masters in Commerce - Business Administration
Dr. B.R Ambedkar University
Agra, Uttarpradesh India 04.2004
Skills
- Operations Management
- Customer Service Standards
- Social Media Platforms
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Compliance Monitoring & Requirements
- Staffing
- Employee Recognition
- Objective Setting
- Organizational Structuring
- Workflow Processes
- Improve Performance
- Regulatory Standards
- Safety Awareness
- OSHA Requirements
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Assistant Centre Manager
Cool Kids Montessori Early Learning Centre
2020.05 - 2022.12
Head Infant Teacher
Best Start
2017.07 - 2020.03
Early Childhood Teacher
Kauri Kids
2010.01 - 2017.06
Assistant Teacher
Abc Learning Centre
2008.09 - 2009.10
Assistant Teacher
Delhi Public School
2007.11 - 2008.04
Assistant Teacher
G.D Goaenka Public School
2007.03 - 2007.11
Masters in Commerce - Business Administration
Dr. B.R Ambedkar University
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