Abigail Davalos
Granbury ,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with extensive experience as a Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher at First Discoveries Montessori Academy. Expert in classroom organization and fostering positive parent-teacher communication, I successfully implemented engaging curricula that enhanced child development and promoted a nurturing environment, ensuring students thrived socially and emotionally.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
First Discoveries Montessori Academy
Granbury, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained an orderly and inviting classroom environment by implementing consistent routines, procedures, and organization systems for materials.
- Encouraged social-emotional development through conflict resolution strategies that promoted empathy-building conversations between peers.
- Served as a mentor and resource for new Montessori teachers, sharing knowledge of pedagogy, classroom management techniques, and material preparation.
- Collaborated with other Montessori teachers to develop cohesive curriculum units and share best practices for effective classroom management.
Preschool Teacher
Small Steps Learning Center
Granbury, TX
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Extended Day Teacher
Granbury ISD
Granbury, TX
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Kept all students in care safe and supported individual needs.
- Planned fun and engaging activities to keep students occupied and provide additional learning opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
- Communicated openly with program leadership to maximize success of all care activities.
- Organized and supervised games and recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
Education
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Denton, TXAssociate Of Arts - General Studies
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2025
Skills
- Classroom organization/management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
Timeline
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
First Discoveries Montessori Academy
08.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Small Steps Learning Center
06.2024 - 07.2024
Extended Day Teacher
Granbury ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Associate Of Arts - General Studies
Weatherford College