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Abigail Chavez

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Offering solid foundation in educational principles and passion for fostering student development. Brings commitment to learning and ability to adapt quickly to new teaching methodologies. Ready to use and develop instructional skills and classroom management in student Teaching.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Leasing Agent

ODUrent
02.2024 - Current
  • Toured property with prospective tenants and provided wealth of information in regards to its key features.
  • Established rapport with potential tenants during tours, highlighting community features tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
  • Managed move-in process smoothly by coordinating schedules with new residents and ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
  • Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when showing properties to prospects, leading to increased signed leases.

Student Teaching

Willoughby Early Childhood Center
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
  • Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
  • Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, ensuring continuity of education during remote learning periods.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to integrate cross-curricular themes, enriching educational experience.
  • Developed feedback system for students, providing them with constructive criticism and recognition of their achievements.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Student Observation

Norview Elementary
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assessed student progress through ongoing observations, data collection, and analysis, ensuring timely modifications to instruction as needed.
  • Assisted lead teacher in grading assignments and providing feedback for students, resulting in improved performance.

Student Teaching

Linkhorn Park Elementary School
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.

Student Observation

Crossroads Prek-8 School
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Assessed student progress through ongoing observations, data collection, and analysis, ensuring timely modifications to instruction as needed.
  • Assisted lead teacher in grading assignments and providing feedback for students, resulting in improved performance.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12-2025

Skills

  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Critical thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking

Timeline

Student Teaching

Willoughby Early Childhood Center
02.2025 - 03.2025

Student Observation

Norview Elementary
09.2024 - 11.2024

Student Teaching

Linkhorn Park Elementary School
09.2024 - 11.2024

Leasing Agent

ODUrent
02.2024 - Current

Student Observation

Crossroads Prek-8 School
02.2023 - 04.2023

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Old Dominion University