Alma C. Brown3719 W. Oregon AvePhoenix, AZ 85019

(602) 824-2840almacecilia22@hotmail.com

Professional Teaching Portfoliohttps://portfoliodevelopment.weebly.com

EducationGrand Canyon University GCUTowards Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017Phone: (602) 639-7500

Major: Early Childhood EducationMinor: American Sign Language, Computer Usage and Applications

2015-present. Grand Canyon University Pursuing a Bachelor of in Science / Early Childhood Education (Graduation date: January 2019)2008 – 2015: Glendale Community College Glendale, ArizonaJuly 2015. Earned Associates in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education.CDA in Early Childhood Education, and a CCL in Early Childhood Education. July 2016: Present. Grand Canyon University Major: Early Childhood Education

Work experience

August 2018 – Present: ESI Educational Services, INC. / Alhambra School District

ESI14614 N. Kierland Blvd., Suite N230Scottsdale, AZ 85254(480) 719-3271

Alhambra School District4510 N. 37th AvePhoenix, AZ 85019(602) 336-2920

Plan Weekly Lesson Plans and Children’s Daily Activities

Include children with disabilities and Individualizing for children with IEP and IFSP with the needed accommodations and differentiation.Record Children’s Observations (Written, pictures, and videos)Assess children DECAInput observations and information into TSG -Teaching Strategies GoldConduct parent/Teacher conferencesPlan and participate in center base case managementAttend home visitsOrganize portfolios, children files and personal information and classroom materialsArrange classroom developmentally appropriate.Establish safe, supportive environment for learningDisplay children artwork in an inviting wayActively and respectfully communicate with children and families in English, and Spanish

September 2017- August 2018: Catholic Charities West Side Head Start Teacher Licensing Supervisor4747 N 7th Ave Phoenix, Arizona 85014 (602) 285-1999Plan Weekly Lesson Plans and Children’s Daily ActivitiesInclude children with disabilities and Individualizing for children with IEP and IFSP with the needed accommodations and differentiation.Record Children’s Observations (Written, pictures, and videos)Assess children using ASQ-3, ASQ-SE, and DECA Input observations and information into TSG -Teaching Strategies Gold- and ChildPlusConduct parent/Teacher conferencesPlan and participate in center base case managementAttend home visitsOrganize portfolios, children files and personal information and classroom materialsArrange classroom developmentally appropriate.Establish safe, supportive environment for learningDisplay children artwork in an inviting wayActively and respectfully communicate with children and families in English, and SpanishLeading, directing, managing and supervising employees

August 2015- September 2017: CPLC -Chicanos Por La Causa-. Early Head Start. Murphy 1Infant/Toddler Teacher1402 S. Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85004(602) 716-0156

Plan Daily Children ActivitiesPlanning Weekly Lesson Plans (Individualizing for children with IEP and IFSP)Record Children’s Observations (Written, pictures, and videos)Assess children using ASQ-3 and ASQ-SEInput observations and information into TSG -Teaching Strategies Gold- and CopaConduct parent/Teacher conferencesPlan and participate in center base case managementAttend home visitsOrganize portfolios, children files and personal information and classroom materialsArrange classroom developmentally appropriate.Establish safe, supportive environment for learningDisplay children artwork in an inviting wayActively and respectfully communicate with children and families in English, and Spanish.

Feb. 2015 to August 2015. South West Human Development (Educare) Head Start Teacher Assistant1300 N. 48th streetPhoenix, AZ 85008Assist Teachers with Children ActivitiesPlanning Weekly Lesson PlansRecord Children’s ObservationsOrganize Portfolios, Personal Information and Classroom MaterialsArrange Classroom Arrange Classroom developmentally appropriate and based on children interests Display children artwork in an inviting mannerActively and respectfully communicate with children and families in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.

Feb. 2012 – April 2013 Catholic Charities Westside Head Start-Teacher Aide

Assist Teachers with Children ActivitiesPlanning Weekly Lesson PlansRecord Children’s ObservationsOrganize Portfolios, Personal Information and Classroom MaterialsArrange Classroom with accommodations for children with special needsActively communicate with children and families in English and Spanish

Credentials and certificates

Associates in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education (Diploma)

Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment: Early Childhood Education Certification (December 12, 2017.Coursework towards Bachelors degree (Graduation time: January 2019)CDA in Early Childhood Education (2015-2018)CCL in Early Childhood EducationTeaching Strategies Gold TrainingInterrater Liability Certification Preschool, including dual language learners and children with disabilities certificate.Interrater Liability Certification Birth to age two including children with disabilities certificate.Fingerprint clearance card (Expires: 11/24/2022)Food Handler Card (Maricopa County-Expires Nov-2019)TB test (October 2017)CPR and First aid certification (Feb. 2017 – Feb. 2019)

MembershipsHigh Scope Better LessonsEducation.comArizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry “PBS”National Education Association “NEA” National association for the education of young children “Naeyc”

Unique Qualifications/Talents/SkillsKnowledge of the Head Start Performance StandardsUnderstand and abide by standards, regulations, rules, policies and proceduresBilingual (English/ Spanish) Some American Sign LanguageMicrosoft PowerPointWordPublisherExcel AccessMicrosoft OutlookMyTeachingStrategies / New platform (MTS)COPA of Arizona ChildPlusSmart boardExperience working with toddlers and preschoolersAbility to communicate with families

Good communication and organization skills

Volunteer WorkSeptember 2013 – December 2013 Catholic Charities Westside Head Start – Volunteer Glendale, AZ (Internship towards AA in Early Childhood Education)Assist Teachers with Children ActivitiesPlanning Weekly Lesson PlansRecord Children’s ObservationsOrganize Portfolios, Personal Information and Classroom MaterialsArrange Classroom

Sept. 2011 – January 2012 Catholic Charities (Westside Head Start – Volunteer) Phoenix, AZAssist Teachers with Children ActivitiesPlanning Weekly Lesson PlansRecord Children’s ObservationsOrganize Portfolios, Personal Information and Classroom MaterialsArrange Classroom (Internship towards AA Early Childhood Education)

September 2006 – May 2014. Phoenix Day School for the Deaf and Blind – Volunteer (Preschool) Phoenix, AZ. (Special needs children)Assist Teachers with Children ActivitiesOrganize MaterialsArrange Classroom

January 2005 – May 2006. Edison Elementary School – Volunteer (K-3) Phoenix, AZAssist Teachers with Children ActivitiesOrganize MaterialsArrange Classroom

Work ReferencesWest Side Head Start4747 N 7th Ave Phoenix, Arizona 85014 (602) 285-1999

Chicanos Por La CausaROM and Center Service Manager: Elizabeth Busani1402 S. Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85004(602) 716-0156

Educare AZ. Lorie Jablonky. Site director(602) 845-4161Beth Weller. Supervisor(602) 845-4174

West Valley Catholic Charities7400 W. Olive Avenue, #10Peoria, AZ 85345623.486.9868 phone623.486.9988 fax

PDSD 7654 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021 (602) 336-6810

Real EstateGuadalupe Jaime Arce LLanesManuel Gloutier # 1855, Colonia LibertadCuliacan, Sin. Mexico 80180011 52 (667)-717-8933

Professional and Personal ReferencesDeNise Strawn (602) 336-6810Brent Blevins (623) 707-5043Arlinda Ben (602) 369-2955Esmeralda Retana (602) 672-1029Judy Pogy (602) 377-1114