Jerica Gomez

Jerica leaves quite an impression, she consistently displays creative ways to make curriculum interesting J. Andrews, San Diego Miramar College To know her, is to love her. She always greets her students and parents with a warm sincere smile and conducts herself in a professional manner Dr. L. Gibson, San Diego Mesa College CDC Her enthusiasm for teaching and genuine caring for her students is only surpassed by her instructional talents and resourcefulness she has my highest recommendation, she has left footprints on my heart and I am sad to see her go Professor Ida Cross, Director of San Diego Mesa CDC Mrs. Gomez shows great consideration to her students and thinks outside the box in order to get goals met. Prof. Elias, P. San Diego Miramar College
54 Fuji Heights Yokusuka-shi, Kanagawa 96349 08049132806 sailor91932@yahoo.com

CERTIFIED Preschool Teacher (0- Pre-K)

Energetic preschool teacher's with 3 years of lead- teaching experience in a preschool environment. Works well as part of a team while following all center-driven directives. Proactive and self-sufficient in creating innovative ways to deliver curriculum. Ready to re-assume full-time employment.

Core Competencies

First Aid and CPR Certified Child development specialist Skillfully handled food preparation or over 300 meals Head Start program familiarity Proficiency with monthly lesson plans Systemized a complete library system of over 300 childrens books Strengthened the Teacher staff environment by implementing a peer review process

Implemented safe practices with 0 accidents Over 300 hours of experience in the field -CA certified teacher Trained 4 assistant teachers, who later became lead teachers Planned the first Family-oriented monthly party for a classroom of 23 Supervised quarterly training conferences for 32 Teachers and teachers aides. Engaged with children individually to meet their specific needs.

Experience
Juntos Family Childcare 54 Fuji Heights Kanagawa Yokosuka-Shi FPO AP 96349-0013 Owner and Operator (mixed-age), 01/23/2014-Present Key Contributions:

As an active duty spouse on base Yokosuka, I have implemented a home-based childcare. Following all NACCRA imposed sanctions, while providing my clients with the comforts of a home for their childcare needs. Planned a full childcare-like center in a 300 sq. foot space Allocated my own clients through web-advertisements and Facebook Created my own Facebook Business Page with 85 Likes in under two months Implemented a mission statement that integrates families Generated a filing system that organizes my clients files with 100% effectiveness. Followed USDA food program with 100% effectiveness

San Diego Public School District Mesa College CDC Lead Teacher (2-5 yrs.), 09/11 to 01/2013
Hired as a full-time lead teacher following teaching practicum and Federal Head Start guidelines. Instructing all subject areas for 23 children between the ages of 3-5. Left San Diego Mesa College at the end of the 2012 academic year to relocate to Yokosuka Naval base as a spouse of an active duty sailor.

Key Contributions:

Organized a 600 sq. foot preschool for 23 students Supervised a class of 23 with 100% effectiveness Created a multi-cultural curriculum for a class 0f 23 children Promoted good behavior by using the positive reinforcement method. Implemented a fully integrated curriculum for 23 students Practiced effective cleaning techniques by sterilizing and disinfecting children's toys and surfaces. Transformed the classroom curriculum to meet all culture present within the classroom. Offered parents detailed daily reports that outlined their childs day. Maintained a child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities. Implemented Individualized Education Plans for 2 students in my care.

Education & Credentials

San Diego Mesa College AS in Child Development 7250 San Diego Mesa College Dr. San Diego, CA 92111 University of Maryland University College BS in Sociology (In Progress) 3501 University Blvd E Adelphi, MD 20783