Jenica Espinoza
Tamuning
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings almost 2 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Amazing Kids Early Learning Center
04.2023 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Assisted and supervised 50 children through entire school day
Preschool Teacher
Amazing Kids Child Development Center
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Library Aide
University of Guam RFK Library
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted students & faculty on library services at circulation desk
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Processed library fines
- Showed patrons where to find library resources
- Shelved & organized books and materials according to established system
- Updated library records of customers and updated inventory of books, thesis, CDS, etc
- Catalogue new materials
- Monitored library patrons to assess security of premises personnel and materials
- Trained/mentored new student workers.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Guam
Guam05.2026
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
George Washington High School
Guam06.2016
Skills
- General knowledge and use of computers, Excel, Word, Power Point Software and internet
- Interpersonal relation skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service skills
- Teamwork skills
- Key Decision Making
- Lesson Development
- Training and Mentoring
- Safety Precautions
- Lesson Planning
- Childcare Needs
- Child Development
References
Carmen Crisostomo, University of Guam RFK Library, Library Technician II, (671) 929-1947 Christine Acbo, University of Guam RFK Library, Community Service Aide, (671) 787-2701 Mel Joy Baldoz, University of Guam RFK Library, Community Service Aide, (671) 683-1331
Training
ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (Silver Level)
GCC Certificate of Completion in Tourism- Lodging Management Program
Certification
- ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (Silver Level) Training - 2016
- GCC Certificate of Completion in Tourism- Lodging
Management Program - 2016
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Amazing Kids Early Learning Center
04.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Amazing Kids Child Development Center
02.2022 - 04.2023
Library Aide
University of Guam RFK Library
10.2019 - 01.2022
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Guam
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
George Washington High School
- ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (Silver Level) Training - 2016
- GCC Certificate of Completion in Tourism- Lodging
Management Program - 2016
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