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Iris Aquino Reyes

Independence

Summary

Dynamic Center Director at Tender Heart Daycare with a proven track record in program promotion and team building. Enhanced student success through innovative curriculum development and effective parent communication. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, fostering an inclusive environment, and implementing data-driven strategies to elevate center performance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Center Director

Tender Heart Daycare
02.2020 - 11.2021
  • Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
  • Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
  • Led team of educators in creating innovative curriculum that aligned with state standards and promoted student success.
  • Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with parents to enhance communication channels, strengthening the home-school partnership for improved student outcomes.
  • Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
  • Fostered caring and safe environment for children and parents.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
  • Fostered an inclusive culture within the center by promoting diversity awareness among staff members and addressing any discriminatory behaviors swiftly.
  • Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
  • Implemented data-driven decision making to improve overall center performance in key areas.
  • Organized special events such as open houses or workshops to showcase center achievements while engaging parents in their children''s education.
  • Achieved accreditation requirements by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues, and injuries.

Spanish Paraprofessional

Foreign Language Academy
08.2018 - 02.2020
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.

Preschool Bilingual Lead Teacher

Guadalupe Centers
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing support throughout the school year.
  • Successfully prepared students for standardized testing through targeted instruction and practice in both languages.
  • Led parent workshops on bilingual education topics, empowering caregivers to support their children''s academic success at home.
  • Maximized student engagement by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Organized extracurricular activities related to bilingual education, further enriching the learning experience for students.
  • Designed individualized accommodations for diverse learners, ensuring access to quality education for all students.
  • Continuously monitored student performance data, adjusting instructional approaches accordingly for optimal results.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at promoting bilingualism, cultural awareness, and global understanding.
  • Implemented assessment strategies that effectively measured student progress, allowing for strategic planning and targeted instruction.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Established a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student-teacher interactions.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to students, fostering continuous growth and improvement in their language skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering collaborative partnerships for student success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement an interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in improved student understanding of complex concepts.
  • Enhanced bilingual learning by incorporating culturally relevant materials and activities into lesson plans.
  • Utilized authentic assessments such as presentations and projects to evaluate student progress holistically alongside traditional testing methods.
  • Regularly reviewed curriculum materials to ensure alignment with state standards and relevance to student needs.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities focused on bilingual education, staying current with best practices and research-based strategies.
  • Strengthened home-school connections by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting informative events about bilingual programming.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Studies

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2025

Skills

  • Program promotion
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team building
  • Space organization
  • Parent communication
  • Classroom supervision
  • Student assessment
  • Student and family relations
  • Educational growth
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Verbal and written communication

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Center Director

Tender Heart Daycare
02.2020 - 11.2021

Spanish Paraprofessional

Foreign Language Academy
08.2018 - 02.2020

Preschool Bilingual Lead Teacher

Guadalupe Centers
07.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Studies

Walden University

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