Sneha Choksi

Sneha Choksi

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Early Childhood Educator, Play Advocate and Parenting Counselor

  • Education

    • Xavier Institute of Computer Application

      2004 - 2006
      Bachelor's degree Computer Programming, Specific Applications A+

      System ProgrammingComputer NetworkingDatabase Management SystemsData Structures and AlgorithmsObject Oriented Modelling and DesignPrinciple of Programming Languages

    • St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad

      2003 - 2006
      Bachelor's Degree in Computer Application Data Processing
    • Oakland Community College

      2010 - 2013
      Associate of Science (A.S.) Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • Experience

    • IRM Offshore and Marine Engineers Pvt. Ltd.

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2001
      Receptionist
    • Anvil Activity Center

      Jan 2003 - Jan 2006
      Parent Counselor/Office Manager

      o Interact with the parents for smooth induction of their tiny tots.o Maintain the records of new admissions, collection of fees, and recruitment of support staff.o Ordering stationery and equipment (depending on how often staff nick it, this could be a regular thing)o Discussing problems with staff o Reviewing and implementing the company's health and safety policyo Arranging training for staff

    • IRM Offshore and Marine Engineers Pvt. Ltd. India

      Aug 2005 - Mar 2006
      Internship

      o Administered, supported and maintained multiple Oracle instances. o Perform daily management and maintenance SQL Servers

    • Cosmos Castle International School

      Aug 2006 - Jan 2009

      o Supervising and evaluating staff, developing and supporting staff training opportunities, schedule and chair regular staff meetings, prepare payroll information including maintaining vacation and personal/sick time records, and work toward maintaining high staff morale at all times.o Ensure ongoing program development by setting goals, exploring expansion opportunities, seeking greater outreach to the community, scheduling field trips and annual events.o Purchasing of food, equipment and supplies for the programs.Recruit children, maintain children's records, maintain daily child and staff attendance records, schedule parent-teacher conferences at least twice a year, and maintain a high level of contact with parents. Formulate and implement a smooth admission procedure and counseling of parents.o Maintained existing database; Implemented new functionalists; o Small group training and demonstration of software products.o Engaged in development of children from kindergarten, following up with them through primary.o Conducting sessions for Storytelling, Dramatics and Action Song.o Developing Syllabus for kindergarten, recruitment of teachers and training of staff. o Conducting a yearly program audit to review extent of program implementation and effectiveness. Show less o Assuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children. Being aware about each students medical and developmental histories.o Assesses each child’s academic levels, strengths, weaknesses and learning styles.o Interacting with the children and encourage their involvement in activities. o Providing a warm, safe, and caring environment that is kept orderly, clean, and appealing. The environment should reflect the school’s philosophy and allow each child to grow and to explore. o Planning, preparing, and implementing daily activities (indoor/outdoor) as they relate to the curriculum.o Integrate technology into the teaching-learning process.o Maintaining proper discipline and assisting students in developing self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.o Participating in arrival/dismissal, playground, and snack time and lunchtime supervisory responsibilities.o Recording and maintaining school, classroom, and students' information, such as attendance, student files, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, collection of data, etc., including keeping records of all developing skills (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive). o Maintaining a “portfolio” of each child’s progress, including photographs, samples of their artwork, writing, etc.o Maintaining good communication with parents on a regular basis through a variety of means, including but not limited to parent conferences, phone calls, emails, etc.o Supervising, training assistant teacher’s (and volunteer’s) skills and abilities.o Ensuring confidentiality of privileged information. o Maintaining adherence to all school policies and procedures. o Attends all faculty and team meetings o Submits a written lesson plan weekly to the Principal of School for prior approval. o Participates in parent orientation and open house activities.o Attends workshops, conferences, and any in-service training requested by the Head of School. Show less

      • Vice-Prinicpal Kindergarten/Database Administrator

        Jan 2007 - Jan 2009
      • Preschool Teacher

        Aug 2006 - Jun 2007
    • Professional Therapy Solutions

      Feb 2010 - Jun 2010
      Intake Coordinator

      o Receives and coordinates all referrals to include notification of insurance providers for prior authorization and services covered.o Assures that all Faculties frequencies are according to the Plan of Treatment , coordinates scheduling the visits.o Using discretion and independent judgment in handling patient or physician complaints received, documents and forwards to appropriate administrative staff.o Responsible for maintaining supply inventory as well as daily distribution of supplies to field staff. Maintains log and any reports essential for appropriate billing and reorder process.o Communicates with Branch Manager any information received from physician, patient or employees about the patient care or needs.o Primary contact for receiving phone calls to the branch office.o Files all office records as necessary.o Proficient with Kinser, data entry, and computer skills for generation of daily office communication.o Assists with other functions as assigned by Branch Manager Show less

    • Evergreen Home Care

      May 2011 - Aug 2011
      Intake Coordinator

      o Receives and coordinates all referrals to include notification of insurance providers for prior authorization and services covered.o Assures that all Faculties frequencies are according to the Plan of Treatment , coordinates scheduling the visits.o Using discretion and independent judgment in handling patient or physician complaints received, documents and forwards to appropriate administrative staff.o Responsible for maintaining supply inventory as well as daily distribution of supplies to field staff. Maintains log and any reports essential for appropriate billing and reorder process.o Communicates with Branch Manager any information received from physician, patient or employees about the patient care or needs.o Primary contact for receiving phone calls to the branch office.o Files all office records as necessary.o Proficient with Kinser, data entry, and computer skills for generation of daily office communication.o Assists with other functions as assigned by Branch Manager Show less

    • Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education

      Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
      Internship

      ECE 1404 and ECE 1414 .Completed Internship

    • Oxford Early Learning Center

      Aug 2012 - May 2013
      Assistant Preschool Teacher

      o Assist the Lead Teacher in incorporating required activities into lesson plans that support children’s development. o Implement age appropriate activities that support the Head Start standards, the NAEYC standards and High/Scope Curriculum.o Help Lead Teacher prepare activities that support lesson plans. o Perform on-going developmental evaluations of children using COR.o Teaching content and skills to assigned students.o Participate in team meetings. Communicate and share ideas and concerns with Lead Teacher, Site Director, Education Coordinator, and other management team members. o As an advocate for children, parents, and staff, participating in agency committee meetings i.e. health advisory committee, advocacy, etc. o Participating in staff In-Services. o Engage in continuing education and professional development activities such as trainings, workshops, and classes to meet required qualifications. o Participation in parents-teacher conferences, including behavior management plans and annual reviews.o Maintaining accurate and complete records of students. Show less

    • Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education

      Aug 2012 - Apr 2013
      Assistant Preschool Teacher

      o Assist the Lead Teacher in incorporating required activities into lesson plans that support children’s development. o Implement age appropriate activities that support the Head Start standards, the NAEYC standards and High/Scope Curriculum.o Help Lead Teacher prepare activities that support lesson plans. o Perform on-going developmental evaluations of children using COR.o Teaching content and skills to assigned students.o Participate in team meetings. Communicate and share ideas and concerns with Lead Teacher, Site Director, Education Coordinator, and other management team members. o As an advocate for children, parents, and staff, participating in agency committee meetings i.e. health advisory committee, advocacy, etc. o Participating in staff In-Services. o Engage in continuing education and professional development activities such as trainings, workshops, and classes to meet required qualifications. o Participation in parents-teacher conferences, including behavior management plans and annual reviews.o Maintaining accurate and complete records of students. Show less

    • Little Wings Holistic Childhood Centre

      Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
      Program Coordinator
    • Sneha's Imagination Station

      Jan 2015 - now
      Founder
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Emergency Medical Responder

      American Red Cross
      Dec 2012
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sneha Choksi
      Eklavya Excellent Young Educator Award Eklavya Education Foundation Sep 2008 http://eklavya.org/eitewards.html
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Computer Teacher for Elementary School

      Issued by Ahmedabad Muncipal School/Ambavadi on Mar 2008
      Ahmedabad Muncipal School/AmbavadiAssociated with Sneha Choksi