Jeannette Zapata

Provided training in curriculum, assessment, screenings, and classroom practices to new instructional staff. Assisted staff with ongoing professional development and monitored curriculum implementation and fidelity.

Taught VPK and Pre-K 3 students, administering VPK standards and assessments. Responsible for writing daily lesson plans based on High Scope Curriculum and managing daily school safety checklists.

Taught VPK and Pre-K 3 students, developed monthly activity calendars, and administered VPK standards. Managed school administrative office, supervised teachers, and conducted school tours.

Delivered exceptional guest service and was responsible for the baby apparel department. Operated cash register, processed sales, and maintained a clean and safe shopping environment.

Provided friendly and efficient customer service, giving product demos and operating the cash register. Organized the stockroom and worked on floor sets for new product displays.

Demonstrated courtesy and professionalism, managing the kid's department. Ensured merchandise sizing, ticketing, and presentation met company standards.

Provided friendly, courteous, and efficient customer service, offering cosmetic service and information. Maintained department records, inventories, and constructed promotional displays.

Responsible for five classrooms, teaching basic English courses to 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. Created tests, class activities, and developed class syllabi for all classrooms.

Completed the CLASS 2008 Observer Pre-K training through United Way. This certification enhances skills in observing and assessing classroom interactions in preschool settings.

Activities and societies: Completed courses in Early Childhood Education: Curriculum I & II, 30 Hours Child Care Facility Personnel Training, 10 Hours Preschool Appropriate Practices, 10 Hours Special Needs Appropriate Practices, Early Literacy for Children Birth to Three, TESOL Curriculum and Materials, Substitute Teacher Training, and Heartsaver CPR/First Aid Training.

Obtained a Certification in Early Childhood Inclusion, focusing on working with young children with special needs and facilitating social development. Completed various credit courses including Introduction to Early Childhood Education for both preschool and infants.

Earned a Director Credential (DVPK) and Staff Credential Verification (Birth-Five) from Miami Dade College. Also obtained FCCPC Initial Verification Birth-Five (Pre-School).

Participated in a program focused on maximizing classroom interactions for preschool children. This training aimed to improve the quality of teacher-child interactions.

Attended The Business and Leadership Institute for Early Learning – 2019 Master Class Series. This series provided advanced insights into leadership and business aspects within early learning.

Completed training in early mathematics for early learners, focusing on making sense of sets and numbers, as well as counting and operating with numbers. This enhanced skills in teaching foundational math concepts.

Completed 40 hours of pre-school service learning at Gulfstream Elementary School. This practical experience provided hands-on exposure to early childhood education environments.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Teaching as a Second Language. This program provided comprehensive training in language pedagogy and second language acquisition.

Completed a 12-credit Specialization in Inclusion, enhancing expertise in inclusive educational practices. This specialization covered various aspects of supporting diverse learners in the classroom.