Alma Cecilia Torres
Inspire Development Centers
Sunnyside,WA
2
Languages
8
years of professional experience
Experienced early childhood professional with a strong background in student engagement, teamwork, and effective communication. Brings hands-on support for classroom routines, individualized learning plans, and behavior intervention. Committed to building inclusive learning environments and strengthening progress for children with diverse needs.
Work History
Early Learning Mentor Coach
9 Months- Monitored student progress and adjusted guidance to strengthen participation and confidence.
- Supported individualized learning plans to reinforce literacy, numeracy, and classroom engagement.
- Reinforced behavior expectations through calm, consistent redirection and positive support.
- Maintained accurate session notes and shared updates with instructional staff.
- Assisted with daily learning activities, transitions, and routine classroom preparation.
- Observed safeguarding procedures and escalated concerns through proper center protocols.
Lead Preschool Teacher
7 Years 6 Months- Led daily preschool classroom routines, maintaining safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate a learning environment.
- Led daily preschool classroom routines, maintaining safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environment.
- Assessed child progress through observations, documenting development and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive guidance strategies and consistent expectations.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding milestones, concerns, and developmental support.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Preschool Education
Skills
Teaching strategies
Student engagement
Special needs support
Behavior management
Behavioral intervention
Effective communication
Parent-teacher communication
Academic assistance
Collaborative learning
Creativity and innovation
Student motivation
Problem-solving
Multitasking Abilities
Dependable support
Teamwork
Commitment to excellence
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Learning Mentor Coach
Inspire Development Centers
11.2019 - 08.2020Read More
Lead Preschool Teacher
Inspire Development Centers
05.2012 - 11.2019Read More
Normal Oficial De Irapuato
Bachelor of Arts from Preschool Education
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