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Arely Flores

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator and Assistant Director at Alpha Christian School, skilled in innovative lesson planning and motivating students. Successfully enhanced student engagement through creative teaching methods and fostered a collaborative environment. Proven ability to mentor staff and strengthen family involvement, ensuring a supportive learning atmosphere that promotes academic success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher/ Assistance Director

Alpha Christian School
05.2002 - 05.2025


  • Meeting Facilitation
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Team Building
  • Decision Making
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to enhance student learning.
  • Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and instructional techniques for improved outcomes.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and special needs students.
  • Organized school-wide events promoting community involvement and student engagement.
  • Conducted professional development workshops, enhancing instructional strategies among faculty members.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Mentored staff in leadership development, promoting a collaborative culture within the school community.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.


Education

Bachelor Degree - Human Resources Management

UTH Florida
Florida
08-2027

Skills

  • Motivating students
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Child development
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Cooperative learning experience
  • Elementary education
  • Team building
  • Student motivation
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Family involvement
  • Creative lesson plan development
  • Parent and teacher conferences

Timeline

Teacher/ Assistance Director

Alpha Christian School
05.2002 - 05.2025

Bachelor Degree - Human Resources Management

UTH Florida