Laysa

Dedicated early childhood educator with extensive experience in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and fostering strong parent-child relationships. Equipped with certifications in early childhood education and a passion for child development, I aim to support children's growth through personalized learning experiences and effective classroom management.

ECD Facilitator at Rupani Foundation (2024-01 – Present)

• Implements early childhood curriculum in alignment with developmental milestones.
• Conducts developmental screenings and assessments to support individualized learning plans.
• Engage Parents and Caregivers in the holistic development of the child.
• Provide Child development, parenting support, and timely referral services as trained community health worker.

Early Head Start Teacher at Baker Ripley (2017-01 – 2024-12)

• Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, including child observations, individualization, lesson plans, attendance, meal count, parent participation, in-kind contributions and volunteer time sheets.
• Screen, observe and document student progress in the GOLD online assessment system.
• Plan and provide developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that advance all areas of children's development ( social, emotional, cognitive, physical) in a manner appropriate to age and stage of development.
• Provided active supervision and ensured a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Developed individualized education plans for children, focusing on developmental growth.
• Conducted screenings and assessments to track child progress and adjust.
• Provide a safe, healthy and well-managed environment to meet the changing needs of infants and toddlers.

Teacher Assistant at Kids R Kids - Greatwood (2017-01 – 2019-12)

• Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Provided active supervision and ensured a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Developed individualized education plans for children, focusing on developmental growth.

Scenographer / Production Assistant at Instituto Cultural Bilingue Panama (2014-01 – 2016-12)

• Designed and built dynamic sets, creating immersive environments for Romeo and Juliet (Verona) and A Midsummer Night's Dream (magical forest).
• Coordinated and styled period-appropriate costumes for student actors.
• Collaborated with the director on creative development and thematic concepts.
• Contributed to audience engagement, boosting attendance through visually compelling stage elements.

Accountant Assistant at Therado Corporation - CPA (1991-01 – 2016-12)

• Assisted in financial report preparation and corporate financial analysis.
• Contributed to the development of a new automated accounting system.
• Provided training on accounting software for personnel.
• Assisted in payroll processing, financial inventories, and document classification.

Certificate in Early childhood – Wharton County Junior College (2022-08)

Undergraduate in Business Administration – Universidad Nacional de Panama