Blanca Yesenia Ali
Yuma
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in early childhood development and lesson planning. Proven ability to foster nurturing environments, mentor new teachers, and collaborate with parents to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Hand In Hand Preschool And Kindergarten
Yuma
08.2017 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Assessed children's progress and tailored instructional approaches to enhance individual learning outcomes.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional growth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to engage students, fostering enriching educational experiences.
- Collaborated with parents to align support strategies with children's learning and development goals.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional techniques and best practices.
- Organized educational activities that promoted creativity and exploration.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Substitute Teacher
Yuma School District 1
Yuma
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Conducted substitute teaching for 9 years within Yuma School District 1.
- Implemented lesson plans for various grade levels across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Engaged students with interactive activities and discussions.
Teacher
Amerischools Academy
Yuma
08.2001 - 05.2007
- Taught for over 14 years across grade levels from preschool to third grade, adapting to diverse learning needs.
- As a teacher I helped write and implement SOP's as well as daily, monthly and yearly lesson plans.
- Managed classroom and school-wide budgets, ensuring responsible allocation of resources for educational activities.
- Utilized various computer programs daily to effectively communicate with parents and enhance student engagement.
- On a quarterly as well as monthly basis I had reports I had to prepare for the state of Arizona.
- Confidentiality is always required of a teacher and it is very important in all work I do whether it is everyday correspondence with parents, or reports that were sent to the state.
- As a teacher I know that it is essential that correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation are used in report writing, as well as every day correspondence.
- Daily, I identify problems, diagnose causes and determine corrective actions.
- I demonstrate skillful communication and negotiation skills.
- Engaged in committee meetings to collaborate on educational projects.
- I adapt well to situations and I am very organized and punctual.
- Assisted office staff during various administrative tasks.
- In the office I received parents and public as well as answer phones.
- I performed clerical and administrative support to the principal, where I worked with various computer programs including Excel, Microsoft, etc.
- I work well and get along well with other coworkers as well as the public.
Team Lead
United States Marine Corps/ D.O.D
Yuma
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Supervised preschool program team, enhancing classroom management and staff coordination.
- Trained new staff on procedures and ensured adherence to guidelines for consistent program delivery.
- Managed a classroom environment while overseeing staff activities.
- Supervised staff during play activities to guarantee the use of age-appropriate practices.
- I wrote, designed and produced weekly age appropriate lesson plans that followed strict NAYEC guidelines.
- I planned activities that would stimulate growth and language, social and motor skills.
Program Assistant/ Team Lead
United States Marine Corps/ D.O.D
Kaneohe Bay
07.1998 - 01.2001
- Led classroom activities for children while supervising and mentoring staff to ensure effective implementation of educational strategies.
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans aligned with NAEYC guidelines to enhance child development and learning outcomes.
- Monitored and assessed play activities to ensure effective engagement while guiding staff to utilize age-appropriate methods.
- I planned activities that would stimulate growth and language, social and motor skills.
- Taught new employees proper procedures and monitored adherence to guidelines.
- Completed training modules to enhance skills and advance to Team Lead.
Office manager assistant
Century 21
Shafter
09.1995 - 01.1998
- Supported office manager by executing daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
- I was in charge of calling in payroll hours for employees.
- I was in charge of filing and storing information via computer, fax, copy machine and telephone.
- Handled phone calls, recorded memos, and prepared them for publication in area newspaper.
- Interacted with the public daily to address inquiries and provide assistance.
- I relayed information regarding escrow, selling and buying procedures.
- Provided Spanish translation services to agents, enhancing communication effectiveness.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Public Administration
Northern Arizona University
Yuma, AZ12-2013
Associates Degree - General Education
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ12-2012
High School Diploma -
Shafter High School
Shafter, Ca, US06-1998
Skills
- Teacher
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Lesson development
- Classroom management
- Student evaluation
- Early childhood education
- IEP support
- Parental engagement
- Bilingual
- Training experience
- Staff development
- Mentorship
- Leadership in education
- Team Lead
- Supervision
- Team building
- Collaborative education
- Collaborative teaching
- Performance assessment
- Feedback evaluation
- Adaptability
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Data analysis
- Computer program experience
- Teacher training
- Report writing
- Budget preparation
- Prepare correspondence
- Schedule coordination
- Meeting scheduling
- Field trip planning
- Attendance tracking
- Childcare needs
- Event planning
- Standards implementation
- Child safety practices
- Safe learning environment
- Emotional guidance
- Diverse learning styles
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Effective communication
- Public speaking skills
- Independent work proficiency
- Efficiently multitask
- Team player
- Conflict management
- Family involvement
- Parent collaboration
- Teacher training
- Literacy development
- Child development
- Instructional coaching
- Department planning
- Mentorship training
- Mentorship training
- Family involvement
- Leadership in education
- Mentorship
- Staff development
- Parent communication
- Literacy development
- Child development
- Educational leadership
References
- Shelley Fritz, San Pasqual School District, Teacher, 928-502-1938, Professional
- Nancy Young, Yuma School District, Teacher, 928-246-5430, Professional
- Maria Gaona, Yuma School District, Teacher, 480-529-5300, Professional
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Hand In Hand Preschool And Kindergarten
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Yuma School District 1
01.2013 - 05.2017
Teacher
Amerischools Academy
08.2001 - 05.2007
Team Lead
United States Marine Corps/ D.O.D
08.2001 - 06.2002
Program Assistant/ Team Lead
United States Marine Corps/ D.O.D
07.1998 - 01.2001
Office manager assistant
Century 21
09.1995 - 01.1998
Bachelors Degree - Public Administration
Northern Arizona University
Associates Degree - General Education
Arizona Western College
High School Diploma -
Shafter High School