Barbara Vazquez
Wheeling,IL
Summary
Dedicated Teacher's Assistant with strong communication skills and a commitment to child development. Expertise in supporting diverse learners through tailored instructional strategies and fostering positive learning environments.
Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
True North 804 Cooperative
Highland Park, IL
02.2018 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing engaging lesson plans.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs through tailored instructional strategies.
- Organized classroom materials, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Mentored new staff members on classroom management techniques and school policies.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student interactions.
- Supported lead teacher in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans.
- Assisted with classroom management, fostering positive learning environment for students.
- Supervised group activities, ensuring safety and promoting teamwork among children.
- Improved preschoolers'' fine motor skills through art-based projects involving cutting, pasting, painting, and drawing exercises.
- Organized engaging circle time sessions that included songs, movement activities, collaborative games for strengthening social skills.
- Scaffolded learning for diverse learners through differentiated instruction strategies and individualized support.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime activities, ensuring student safety at all times.
Teacher's Assistant
CCSD15
Palatine, IL
09.2013 - 11.2016
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff regarding student progress.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, enhancing student engagement and community involvement.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance daily learning experiences.
- Served as an empathetic listener when comforting upset or frustrated children while fostering resilience in handling challenging situations.
- Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
Teacher's Assistant
The Center
Arlington Heights, IL
01.2006 - 09.2013
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Promoted language development among students using interactive storytelling techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address concerns.
- Mentored new staff in classroom procedures and effective teaching strategies.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in the assessment of student progress by tracking performance and providing regular feedback.
- Mentored new teaching assistants joining the team by offering guidance on best practices within our specific classroom setting.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Education
No Degree - Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, ILHigh School Diploma -
Wheeling High School
Wheeling, IL05.1995
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Health and safety
- Lesson implementation
- Child development
- Child assessment
- Age-appropriate activities
- Positive reinforcement
- Special needs support
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
True North 804 Cooperative
02.2018 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
CCSD15
09.2013 - 11.2016
Teacher's Assistant
The Center
01.2006 - 09.2013
No Degree - Education
William Rainey Harper College
High School Diploma -
Wheeling High School