PROFESSIONAL Upbeat elementary teacher devoted to promoting student learning and
SUMMARY enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Driven to make every students' learning experience a memorable one by providing the foundational skills that will allow them to achieve student learning.
SKILLS Team Leadership Supervision
Teamwork Communication Critical Thinker Problem Solver Time Management MS Office Technological Skills
WORK HISTORY ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Bakersfield City School District | Bakersfield, CA Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning. Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication. Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations. Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions. Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards. Incorporated hyperlinked resources into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons. Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities. Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills, and build relationships. Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum. Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in- service trainings. Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance. Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals. Instructed according to Common Core Standards as part of federal funding mandates for education. Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students. Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results. Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments. Partook in Corwin development program during 2017 year. Engaged in online teaching students.
MENTOR TEACHER 08/2016 to CURRENT
Bakersfield City School District | Bakersfield, CA Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills. Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading. Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies. Providing coaching in educational strategies to new teachers. Observed and gave constructive feedback on lessons for the improvement of teaching techniques. Supported teachers in their Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) to obtain a clear credential. Supported Interns, STIPs, PIPs, and Induction teachers. Participated in professional development pertaining to new teacher development. Modeled lessons for new teachers.
TEACHER'S AIDE 08/2007 to 02/2012
Panama-Buena Vista School District | Bakersfield, CA Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance. Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading. Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts. Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment. Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities. Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
TEAM LEADER 06/1997 to 01/2003
Countrywide Home Loans | Simi Valley, CA Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and implementing foreclosure processes for the states of UT, VA, and ID. Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans. Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques. Recruited, interviewed, hired and trained 8 employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
EDUCATION MBA | Education Administration
Concordia University Irvine, Irvine, CA
Bachelor of Arts | Elementary School Teaching 06/2012
California State University - Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA