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Vanessa Torres Medina

Fort Belvoir

Summary

Preschool Teacher with demonstrated experience in implementing innovative pedagogical methods to foster the holistic development of children in a stimulating educational environment. I hold a Master's degree in Management and Leadership, providing me with strong skills in team management, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making. With a student-centered approach, I have led initiatives to enhance educational quality and promote an inclusive and collaborative learning environment. My ability to communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrative staff has been instrumental in successfully coordinating school activities and implementing professional development programs. Passionate about lifelong learning and committed to educational excellence, I am prepared to make a meaningful contribution to the growth and success of any educational institution

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant

Child And Youth Services
08.2023 - Current
  • Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
  • Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
  • Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members.
  • Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
  • Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Promoted an inclusive classroom that acknowledges and respects cultural, linguistic, and developmental diversity, adapting teaching methods to meet varied learning needs.
  • Contributed ideas for continuous program improvements during staff meetings or professional development opportunities regularly attended.


Child and Youth Program Assistant Teacher

Child And Youth Services
01.2020 - 08.2023
  • Communicate with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behavior, and related issues
  • Keep records of individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meal served
  • Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self – concepts
  • Prioritized children and maintained a safe play environment
  • Supervises children ranging in age 18month to 3years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities.

Education

Associate -

Master’s degree - Management & Leadership - Education

University Interamerican of Puerto Rico
PR
11.2024

Bachelor’s degree - Business Administration -Management

Keiser University
2017

Skills

  • Writing and verbal communication
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Team interaction
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Maintaining Client Records
  • Customer Service
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • First Aid CPR AED
  • Activity Organization
  • Program evaluations

Languages

  • Bilingual (Spanish and English)
  • Certification

    Leader Excellence and Development Course.

    Timeline

    Preschool Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant

    Child And Youth Services
    08.2023 - Current

    Child and Youth Program Assistant Teacher

    Child And Youth Services
    01.2020 - 08.2023

    Associate -

    Master’s degree - Management & Leadership - Education

    University Interamerican of Puerto Rico

    Bachelor’s degree - Business Administration -Management

    Keiser University

    Leader Excellence and Development Course.

    Vanessa Torres Medina