Maria Alejandra Sierra Jimenez
Frederick
Summary
Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Frederick country day Montessori and art school
Lead toddler teacher
Frederick
06.2025 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Bright Eyes Early Learning Center
Frederick
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Caregiver Attendant
Marcia Culligan
Alexandria
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Alexandria, VA 03.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bethlemitas
Medellin, Colombia11-2008
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Flexible Schedule
- Dependable, Responsible and Punctual
- Verbal and Written Communication
- First Aid and CPR
- Patient and Compassionate
- Lesson Planning and preparation
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Classroom Behavior Management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Frederick country day Montessori and art school
Lead toddler teacher
06.2025 - Current
Toddler Lead Teacher
Bright Eyes Early Learning Center
08.2023 - 06.2025
Caregiver Attendant
Marcia Culligan
08.2021 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts - Education
Northern Virginia Community College
03.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bethlemitas