Yesenia Sierra
Bakersfield
Summary
Passionate about early childhood education: adore working with preschoolers; and deeply committed to providing quality, learner-centered instruction improving student success. Recognized for developing and implement activities that improve students' learning and behavioral skills, as well as confidence and self-reliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Oxnard School District
Oxnard
01.2017 - Current
- Conducting small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Supported students in understanding course material and mentored students in groups and on an individual basis
- Demonstrated patience and understanding while effectively managing interactions with difficult children.
- Prepared educational materials in alignment with teacher specifications to enhance classroom learning.
- Provided support with instructional, behavioral, 1:1 support
- Oversaw outdoor classroom activities and field trips, ensuring student safety and engagement.
Paraeducator
Every Special Child
Metuchen
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided one-on-one tutoring during scheduled sessions to enhance student understanding.
- Supported effective classroom management by preparing and organizing resources such as organizing instructional and other materials
- Supported instruction in computer laboratory by facilitating student engagement with educational software
- Provided instructional support services under the direct supervision of a teacher.
Teacher Assistant
Tutor Time
Ventura
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured children maintained good hygiene and changed diapers.
- Cleaned interactive areas to provide a safe and engaging environment for children. throughout the day
- Maintaining contact with the children's parent and contacting then in the case of an emergency.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, interests, and any issues to inform personalized support and development
- Maintaining contact with the children's parent and contacting them in the case of an emergency.
Teacher Assistant
Ventura Montessori School
Ventura
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Handle the welfare, safety, and educational achievements of students
- Encouraged independence in children while modeling manners and positive behaviors
- Managed student welfare, safety, and educational progress
- Maintained clean and organized Montessori environment by regularly tidying up and arranging materials
- Executed various cleaning tasks to maintain a hygienic and safe environment for students
Teacher's Assistant
Orfalea Child Development Center
Ventura
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Utilized positive language and interactions to create a conducive learning environment for children
- Utilize proper language, interactions, and discipline so the children can learn
- Supported children's learning needs in instructing and supervising children in classroom activities
- Help children show good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and helps with toilet training
- Help children show good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and help with toilet training
Education
Associate - science
Ventura College
Ventura, CAChild Development -
Ventura College
Ventura, CASkills
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Education
- Tutoring
- Classroom Management
- Experience Working With Students
- Experience with Children
- Child development support
- Developmental Support
- Child emotional awareness
- Organizational Skills
- Communication
- Creativity
- Active listening
- Work well in team
- Adaptability
- Quick problem solver
- Patience
- Inclusive Education
- Childcare
- Career advancement motivation
- Childcare
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
Willing To Relocate
- Oxnard, CA
- Ventura, CA
Timeline
Paraeducator
Every Special Child
01.2023 - 12.2024
Teacher Assistant
Tutor Time
01.2021 - 12.2022
Teacher Assistant
Ventura Montessori School
01.2018 - 12.2021
Teacher Assistant
Oxnard School District
01.2017 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Orfalea Child Development Center
01.2013 - 12.2014
Associate - science
Ventura College
Child Development -
Ventura College