Ariana Muffo
Waterloo,IL
Summary
Dedicated Teacher with over 10 years of experience in creating positive learning environments. Proficient in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes through innovative teaching methods. Proven track record in fostering student development in early childhood and special education.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Riverbend Head Start & Family Services
Alton Il
01.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and execute school-wide initiatives promoting positive student behavior.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teacher
Hilltop Kids Learning Center
Columbia, IL
05.2018 - 07.2024
- Analyzed student performance data to tailor instructional approaches, ensuring all students achieve academic goals.
- Established strong relationships with parents to foster a supportive educational environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Before/After School Teacher
Valmeyer Elementary School
Valmeyer, IL
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
- Performed general housekeeping duties by washing tables and chairs, putting away chairs and properly placing toys in cubbies.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
- Fostered love of learning in students through interactive and experiential learning opportunities.
- Supported students with homework and academic challenges, improving their academic performance.
Education
M.D. - Early Childhood And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Bluffton University
Bluffton, OH05-2015
Skills
- Multitasking
- Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Learning
- Assessment
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Licensed Early Childhood Education
- Licensed Early Childhood Special Education (LBS1)
- Elementary Education
- English as a Second Language
COURSES
- 2024 CPR
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Teacher
Riverbend Head Start & Family Services
01.2024 - Current
Teacher
Hilltop Kids Learning Center
05.2018 - 07.2024
Before/After School Teacher
Valmeyer Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2018
M.D. - Early Childhood And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Bluffton University