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Angela Perez

Manvel

Summary

Marriage and Family Therapy Master's student with three years of graduate coursework, seeking placement for Practicum in Fall 2026. Integrative approach to therapy, tailored to the client's needs, founded on person-centered therapy and incorporating theory and techniques from CBT, SFBT, and family systems theory. Dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience in early childhood education. Adept at implementing classroom management/behavioral strategies, fostering parent-teacher collaboration, displaying cultural competence, and ensuring student academic success and emotional well-being.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-K Teacher

Reedemer Early Childhood Center
Manvel, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that promote creativity and cognitive skills.
  • Implemented classroom activities that support social and emotional development.
  • Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning experiences and address concerns.
  • Utilized assessment tools to track student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Fostered a safe, inclusive environment conducive to learning through positive behavior reinforcement.

Pre-K Teacher

Methodist Children's Program
Pearland, TX
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

First Grade Teacher

Savannah Lakes Elementary, Alvin ISD
Rosharon, TX
08.2008 - 08.2011

Gifted and Talented class, 2008-2009

Grade Level Chair: First Grade, 2009-2010

ESL class, 2010-2011

Responsible for assembling team meetings and keeping team on track with due dates and paperwork

  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies promoting positive behavior and fostering a supportive environment.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with parents and colleagues to support student development and address individual concerns effectively.
  • Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing interactive learning and increasing student engagement in the classroom.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.

Second Grade Teacher

Galena Park Elementary
Galena Park, TX
08.2005 - 08.2008

Grade Level Chair: Second Grade, 2006-2007 and 2007-2008

Gifted and Talented class, 2007-2008

  • Provided after-school tutorials for struggling, at-risk students, as well as SARIP (Accelerated Reading Instruction Program)
  • Member of the Foundations Committee, Faculty and Staff Committee, Project READ (AR) Committee, TEEG Committee, and designated Social Studies district Representative
  • Responsible for assembling team meetings and keeping team on track with due dates and paperwork
  • Mentor to a first-year teacher
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated hands-on learning activities to enhance student understanding.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster positive behavior.

Third Grade Teacher

Seguin Elementary School
Houston, TX
08.2004 - 08.2005
  • Applied classroom management strategies, including positive reinforcement, token economy system, redirecting, praise, encouragement, along with the CMCD Program
  • Administered the Texas Primary Reading Inventory (TPRI)
  • Administered Stanford 10 and TAKS tests
  • Provided after-school tutorials for struggling, at-risk students
  • Member of the school Courtesy Committee

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Houston Christian University
Houston, TX
12-2027

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (E.C. - 4th Grade)

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2004

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Curriculum planning and implementation
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Assessment and analysis
  • Cultural competence
  • Organizational skills
  • Classroom management
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Pre-K Teacher

Reedemer Early Childhood Center
08.2022 - 05.2023

Pre-K Teacher

Methodist Children's Program
08.2016 - 05.2018

First Grade Teacher

Savannah Lakes Elementary, Alvin ISD
08.2008 - 08.2011

Second Grade Teacher

Galena Park Elementary
08.2005 - 08.2008

Third Grade Teacher

Seguin Elementary School
08.2004 - 08.2005

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Houston Christian University

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (E.C. - 4th Grade)

University of Houston