Ana Suazo
Thornton
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in developing engaging and interactive learning experiences. Expertise in integrating technology with traditional teaching methods to enhance educational outcomes. Proven track record of fostering a safe and nurturing environment that encourages exploration and learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Little Peoples Landing
Arvada
07.2025 - Current
- Maintained daily classroom schedule while implementing engaging curriculum.
Conducted assessments when necessary to monitor student performance.
Encouraged positive parent interaction to strengthen community ties.
Adhered to sanitation protocols to ensure a clean learning environment.
Posted daily activities and pictures in work app for parent updates.
Complied with safety and licensing procedures to uphold standards.
Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to motivate children. - Led daily classroom activities to foster early childhood development.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on effective teaching methods.
Administration
Superior Baby Care
Superior
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Maintained accurate staff and student files to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Created weekly staff schedules and managed daily breaks and lunches efficiently.
- Coordinated communication with parents via newsletters and online platforms to keep them informed and engaged.
- Facilitated monthly staff meetings to enhance collaboration and strengthen team dynamics.
- Oversaw recruitment process, including candidate interviews, hiring decisions, and onboarding.
- Streamlined daily operations to ensure a safe, positive environment for children, staff, and parents.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum and trained staff for effective implementation.
- Mentored junior staff to improve professional skills and support career development.
Lead Prek Teacher
The Learning Experience
Arvada
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Executed daily curriculum implementation to optimize educational delivery.
Managed daily classroom schedules to ensure smooth operations and transitions.
Performed assessments regularly to evaluate student development and inform instruction.
Engaged in proactive parent interactions, reinforcing collaboration and support.
Upheld sanitation procedures rigorously, contributing to health standards in the classroom.
Documented daily activities and shared photographs via work app for parental updates.
Monitored adherence to safety and licensing protocols, ensuring compliance at all times.
Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage desired behaviors in children. - Designed engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and communication.
Behavior Technician
Inclusion Behavioral Health
Broomfield
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Delivered one-on-one therapy sessions using applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors, Provided parent training and education on behavior management strategies to promote generalization of skills outside of therapy sessions, Maintained accurate documentation of client progress notes, session summaries, incident reports, and other required paperwork according to regulatory standards.
- Implemented individualized behavior plans for clients with special needs.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Primrose School of Thornton
Thornton
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental milestones and learning goals.
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience
Lafayette
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Implemented daily curriculum and maintained classroom schedule, performed assessments, engaged with parents positively, upheld sanitation and safety procedures, documented daily activities and shared photos with parents via work app, and reinforced positive behavior while supporting potty training.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to preschool children's developmental needs.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
Denver
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Implement curriculum daily, maintain a daily classroom schedule, perform assessments when needed, ensure positive parent interaction, maintain sanitation procedures, upload day-to-day activities and pictures throughout the day in the provided work app for parents, maintain safety and licensing procedures, and provide positive reinforcement for children, implement potty training, get classroom to pass NAEYC.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for toddlers based on developmental milestones.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to promote emotional and social growth.
- Implemented classroom activities that encourage exploration and creativity.
Registered Behavior Technician
Colorado ABA Therapy LLC
Westminster
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered one-on-one therapy sessions using applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors, Provided parent training and education on behavior management strategies to promote generalization of skills outside of therapy sessions, Maintained accurate documentation of client progress notes, session summaries, incident reports, and other required paperwork according to regulatory standards.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for diverse clients.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to identify behavioral challenges and solutions.
- Collaborated with families to enhance support strategies at home.
Behavior Therapist
Spectra
Broomfield
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered one-on-one therapy sessions using applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors, Provided parent training and education on behavior management strategies to promote generalization of skills outside of therapy sessions, Maintained accurate documentation of client progress notes, session summaries, incident reports, and other required paperwork according to regulatory standards.
- Developed individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with diverse needs.
- Conducted therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques to promote behavioral change.
- Collaborated with families to educate on behavior management strategies and progress tracking.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kindercare Church Ranch
Westminster
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Implemented daily curriculum and maintained classroom schedule, performed assessments, engaged positively with parents, ensured sanitation and safety compliance, uploaded daily activities and pictures to parent app, and provided positive reinforcement for children during potty training.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Preschool Lead Teacher
New Horizons Academy
Broomfield
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and developmental needs.
Education
Diploma -
Pinnacle Charter High School
Federal Heights, Co05-2009
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Assessment administration
- Learning assessment skills
- Student assessment
- Engaging curriculum design
- Teaching strategies
- Inclusive education methods
- Classroom dynamics
- Child development knowledge
- Child behavior management
- Health regulations
- Health practices
- Active supervision
- Motivational techniques
- Peer interaction facilitation
- Team collaboration
- Staff mentoring
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Dispute mediation
- Team guidance
- Fast learner
- Gross motor skills
- Fine motor skills
- Peer interaction facilitation
Awards
- Level 4 PDIS
- EQUIT Certificate
- Directors Certificate
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Little Peoples Landing
07.2025 - Current
Administration
Superior Baby Care
02.2025 - 06.2025
Lead Prek Teacher
The Learning Experience
02.2024 - 07.2024
Behavior Technician
Inclusion Behavioral Health
05.2023 - 09.2023
Preschool Lead Teacher
Primrose School of Thornton
10.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience
02.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
02.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Colorado ABA Therapy LLC
07.2021 - 02.2022
Behavior Therapist
Spectra
07.2021 - 02.2022
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kindercare Church Ranch
06.2020 - 11.2020
Preschool Lead Teacher
New Horizons Academy
11.2019 - 06.2020
Diploma -
Pinnacle Charter High School