EDUCATION:
| Bachelor of Arts, Child Development |
| California State University, Sacramento, December 1992. |
EXPERIENCE:
| Educator/Owner-Tina's Magic Cottage Enrichment Program, Fresno, CA |
| (Sept. 2002 - 2005) |
| --Plan & implement enriching activities for young children ages 1-8, including topics such as art, imaginative play, music, movement, and sensory. Organize all aspects of program including planning, purchasing materials, setting up environment, leading activities and supervising parents and children. Advertise program, maintain all bookkeeping, and enlist help where needed. |
| Educator-The Discovery Center, Fresno, CA 251-5533 |
| (March 1998 - July 2002) |
| --Plan & teach science/nature related topics for a variety of educational programs for preschool through elementary aged children at a hands-on science education center. These programs included: field trip presentations (30 min. instructional/interactive classes for preschool-elementary aged children on topics such as "A Day in the Life of a Yokut", "Animal Mania", "Oceans", "Insects & Spiders", "Pond Life", "5 Senses" and MORE), "suitcase science" presentations for preschoolers in their schools, on a variety of topics such as insects/spiders, 5 senses, and more...Summer Science Camp Planning & Teaching (2 hour classes for children ages 5-12, on topics such as "Ladybugs & Dung Beetles", "Bacteria", "Habitats" like rain forest, desert, etc, and much more...), "Mommy & Me" class leading (music/movement activities for 0-5yr olds w/their moms and hands-on age-appropriate activities), and "Scientots" monthly classes for 0-5yr olds (science related age-appropriate activities on topics such as "oceans", "nocturnal animals", "insects & spiders", etc...) Most of the programs I taught were planned from start to finish by me. |
| Nanny--Coyle Family, Fresno, CA |
| (August 1999-October 2000) |
| --Cared for the emotional and physical needs of an infant/toddler and a preschooler. |
| Substitute Teacher-Central Unified / Fresno Unified School Districts, Fresno, CA |
| (March 1999 - August 1999) |
| --On-call for substitute teaching grades K-3 in elementary schools in 2 major school districts. |
| Recycling Education Coordinator-Tulare County Conservation Corps, Visalia, CA. |
| (September 1998 - February 1999) |
| --Created & refined a one hour, hands-on, age-appropriate recycling presentation for school classrooms; Interviewed, hired, & trained corpsmembers in all aspects of implementing recycling presentation; Managed corpsmembers, including performance evaluations, disciplinary action, termination, & general supervision. Responsible for the design & purchasing of all props/premium items pertaining to presentations & special events. Responsible for arranging all aspects of special events. Maintained accurate records, including: corpsmember hours, presentation information, expenditures, & communication with schools. |
| Intern / Educator (Outdoor Education)-SCICON Outdoor School, Springville, CA |
| (August 1996 - June 1997) |
| --Planned & taught environmental education concepts in small & large group settings for 5th & 6th grades; Trained, supervised & evaluated high school volunteer cabin counselors; Planned & implemented all-campus recreational activities; Managed dining hall for 200+ persons; Performed administrative duties, including the scheduling of daily activities & other program planning; Taught/worked in specialized areas: Raptor Rehabilitation, Museum, Planetarium & Observatory; Worked on special projects. |
| Head Teacher (Afternoon Program)-Harmony Day School, Sacramento, CA. |
| (May 1994 - May 1996) |
| --Created & implemented developmentally appropriate afternoon curriculum for preschoolers at a private, nonprofit school; Focused on school's mission of peace studies (teaching respect for self, others, & the Earth); Maintained good parent/teacher communication. |
| Head Teacher (Infant/Toddler Room), Co-teacher (2 yr. old Room)-Li'l People's School, Sacramento, CA. |
| (January 1994 - May 1994) |
| --Facilitated developmentally appropriate activities for young children ages 6 weeks-3 years, including providing for the physical & emotional needs of infants & toddlers; Maintained good parent/teacher communication. |
| Nursery Supervisor (Child Care)--Arden Hills Country Club, Sacramento, CA. |
| (January 1993 - January 1994) |
| --Prepared & provided safe, fun & diverse activities for children ages 6 months-8 years; Maintained good parent communication; Responsible for supervision & scheduling of employees. |
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
| Director / Choreographer (Children's Christmas Musical)--St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Sacramento, CA. |
| (August - December 1994) |
| --Recruited adult assistance & cast members, organized fundraisers, prepared for & led all practices, choreographed musical numbers, planned & implemented stage directing, & directed all details in preparations for & final production. |
| Camp Counselor (Summer Day Camp)--Shore Summer Camp, Brick, NJ. |
| (Summer 1989 & Summer 1990) |
| --Guided groups of 7, 9, & 10-12-year olds through assigned schedule & assisted activity counselors with planned activities; Maintained discipline & good communication with parents. |
| Junior Counselor (Summer Day Camp)--Rolling Hills Day Camp, Freehold, NJ. |
| (Summer 1988) |
| --Worked together with Head Counselor in following assigned schedule, assisting activity counselors & maintaining discipline. |
ACTIVITIES:
| Children's Choir Director, Sunday School Teacher, 1993-1995. |
| Court Singers Group Secretary / Member, 1988 - 1990. |
| Christian Puppet Troupe Group Organizer / Member, 1983 - 1988. |
CERTIFICATES:
| Pediatric First Aid/Health & Safety 2002 |
| CPR--Infant / Child & Adult-1996 &1998 & 2002 |
| Closing the Loop-1997 |
| Project Learning Tree-1997 |
| Project Learning Tree Facilitator-1998 |