Sonya Prier
Moreno Valley
Summary
Resourceful Teacher supporting variety of methods to instruct students in and outside classroom. Dedicated to motivating others and knowledgeable in safety procedures and testing requirements.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2011 - 10.2013
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Created positive learning atmosphere by incorporating [Type] items into classroom.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Creating Positive Environments
01.2010 - 02.2011
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Inventory Associate
Sidecca
01.2007 - 05.2007
- Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count.
- Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Performed inventory counts and ordered materials.
- Received, checked-in and stocked merchandise throughout store, helped maintain store inventory levels and assisted with orderliness and cleanliness of sales floor and stock room.
- Verified pricing and computed product totals to complete detailed invoices.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pyschology
Cal State Northridge
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Riverside City College
Riverside, CAHigh School Diploma -
Bloomington High School
Bloomington, CA05.2007
No Degree - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Instructional Best Practices
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking
- Behavior management
- Motivating students
Timeline
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2019 - 10.2019
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2011 - 10.2013
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Creating Positive Environments
01.2010 - 02.2011
Inventory Associate
Sidecca
01.2007 - 05.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Riverside City College
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pyschology
Cal State Northridge
No Degree - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Education and Training
other,other,other
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