Andrea Hurtado
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Lead Teacher at Cocorita, renowned for fostering inclusive classrooms and enhancing student engagement through innovative, hands-on activities. Leveraged strong communication and classroom technology skills to improve parent-teacher relations and streamline assessment processes. Achieved notable increases in student comprehension and classroom satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Montessori Teacher's Assistant
NW Montessori House of Children, Inc.
Austin, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning styles, increasing student satisfaction.
- Contributed to planning and execution of school events, fostering sense of community.
- Managed classroom behavior, creating conducive environment for learning.
- Maintained safe and organized classroom environment, enabling efficient learning.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Cocorita
Guanajuato, Mx
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Led professional development sessions for other teachers on effective classroom management strategies.
- Mentored new teachers in the implementation of best practices for early childhood education.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lesson plans.
- Implemented individualized instruction plans tailored to each student''s unique strengths and weaknesses.
- Established a safe and nurturing classroom environment where students felt comfortable taking risks and expressing themselves creatively.
- Streamlined assessment processes by implementing digital tools, reducing grading time and improving feedback quality.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, informative newsletters, and hosting family events.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in increased student comprehension and success.
- Built an inclusive classroom culture that embraced diversity and promoted respect for all individuals.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to track student progress, inform instructional decisions, and support overall academic growth.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning techniques into daily routines, fostering healthy peer relationships and improved behavior among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Education
International Montessori Teaching Diploma - Montessori Infante/Toddler Teachet Training Progra
North American Montessori Center
Vancouver, Canada.05.2024
Bachelor Of Architecture - Architectural And Building Sciences
Universidad De León
Guanajuato, Mx.05.2022
Bachelor Of Technology - Information Technology
Centro De Estudios Tectologicos #89
Guanajuato, Mx.06.2016
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Classroom Supervision
- Group and individual instruction
- Attendance monitoring
- Early Childhood Education
- Progress Reporting
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Instructional support
- Area of study instruction
- Positive Attitude
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Computer Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Classroom support
- Student Tutoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Material Preparation
- Student Supervision
- Student Health and Safety
- Supervising Student Activities
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- CPR and First Aid
- Stress Management
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Creating Visual Displays
- Student safety
- Excel
- Classroom Technology
- Student and parent relations
- Student Records Management
- Child Development Certification
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Adaptive Learning
- Conflict Resolution
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Artistic Creativity
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Certification
Internacional Montessori Teqching Diploma
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Montessori Teacher's Assistant
NW Montessori House of Children, Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Cocorita
10.2021 - 07.2022
International Montessori Teaching Diploma - Montessori Infante/Toddler Teachet Training Progra
North American Montessori Center
Bachelor Of Architecture - Architectural And Building Sciences
Universidad De León
Bachelor Of Technology - Information Technology
Centro De Estudios Tectologicos #89