Anna Marie Villasenor
Summary
Accomplished Pre-school and Pre-K Teacher with a proven track record in fostering child development and classroom organization. Leveraged positive reinforcement and curriculum planning to enhance student engagement and academic growth, achieving significant improvements in classroom management and parent-teacher communication. Proactive and caring worker with 28 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-school Teacher
San Marino Community Church Nursery School
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Pre-K Teacher
Valley Vista Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2023
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Pre-K Teacher
A Child's Garden School
09.2002 - 09.2003
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
First Grade Teacher
Holy Redeemer Catholic School
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Pre-K Teacher
Verdugo Valley School
09.1996 - 06.2000
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Cal State Los Angeles
Los Angeles06.2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Assessment
Timeline
Pre-school Teacher
San Marino Community Church Nursery School
06.2023 - 05.2024
Pre-K Teacher
Valley Vista Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2023
Pre-K Teacher
A Child's Garden School
09.2002 - 09.2003
First Grade Teacher
Holy Redeemer Catholic School
09.2000 - 06.2002
Pre-K Teacher
Verdugo Valley School
09.1996 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Cal State Los Angeles
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