Mary Simon

Experience

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  99 Cents Only Stores

  Mar 2014 - Aug 2015

  Store Cashier
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  Pier One

  Mar 2015 - Dec 2016

  Sales Associate
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  KID'S HAVEN PRESCHOOL

  Apr 2016 - May 2017

  Assistant Preschool Teacher

  Assisted meal preparation, providing a safe and nurturing environment, assisting with implementing lesson plans, decorating boards with artwork weekly, and maintaining a clean environment.

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  Children’s Village Preschool

  May 2017 - Dec 2022

  Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Developed and implemented curriculum plans for preschool students at Children’s Village Preschool.• Conducted parent/teacher conferences to ensure open communication and collaboration.• Supervised teacher aids and children, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment.

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  Holy Family Catholic School and Sixth Form E17

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Planned and executed engaging curriculum for preschoolers aged 2.5 to 5 years, including field trips and weekly newsletters.• Managed teacher aids and maintained pupil records, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning environment.• Developed and designed a classroom website, enhancing communication with parents and showcasing student work.

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  Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District

  Jan 2023 - Nov 2023

  Child Care Lead

  • Directed, planned, and supervised all activities and employees at Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.• Managed bookkeeping, state forms, and confidential records, ensuring smooth operations.• Assisted parents and children in transitioning to child care, creating a positive learning environment.

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  Long Beach City College

  Nov 2023 - Feb 2025

  Child Development Center Teacher

  • Planned and organized daily activities for the laboratory classroom, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for parents and students.• Conducted parent meetings and administrative duties, including compiling information for developmental profiles and completing rating scales.• Developed age-appropriate curriculum, attended professional development, and maintained a clean environment.

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  California State University, Long Beach

  Jul 2024 - now

  Graduate Mentor

  • Provide comprehensive guidance on accessing and utilizing campus resources to enhance student success.• Develop and implemented effective time management strategies tailored to the demands of graduate school.• Assist students in balancing academic responsibilities with personal commitments for optimal well-being.

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  Irvine Unified School District

  Feb 2025 - now

  Preschool Teacher Substitute
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  Irvine Valley College

  Mar 2025 - now

  Teaching Assistant

  • Facilitate small group constructivist learning activities to enhance student engagement and understanding.• Prepare interactive lessons aligning with student learning outcomes and course recommendations.• Collaborate with colleagues to implement effective teaching methods for student success.• Provide individualized support to students.