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Carrie Maez

Pueblo,CO

Summary

With a proven track record at West Las Vegas Schools, I excel in classroom management and critical thinking, enhancing student engagement and performance. My approach, blending innovative lesson planning with effective behavior management, has significantly boosted literacy rates and fostered a positive learning environment. Skilled in both individual and group instruction, I prioritize student-centered learning and collaborative teaching. Caring teacher with 25 years of experience in education instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

West Las Vegas Schools
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • 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.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • 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.

Preschool Teacher

YDI Headstart
08.1997 - 08.1998
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • 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.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • 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.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
  • Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM
01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM
01.1996

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior Management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Performance Assessments
  • Testing and grading
  • Elementary Education
  • Student evaluations
  • Special Needs Students
  • Special Education
  • Assigning and Grading Work
  • Standardized Testing
  • Curriculum compliance with [State]
  • Fundraising
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Parent Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Classroom Technology
  • Classroom Safety Practices
  • Google Classroom
  • Core Curriculum and Standards
  • Assignment Grading

Certification

  • Licensed Level 2 teacher in Elementary/Special Education
  • Reading Endorsement

Timeline

Teacher

West Las Vegas Schools
08.2021 - 05.2024

Preschool Teacher

YDI Headstart
08.1997 - 08.1998

Master of Arts - Special Education

New Mexico Highlands University

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

New Mexico Highlands University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

New Mexico Highlands University

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