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Cassandra Lopez

San Antonio

Summary

Experienced substitute teacher with 2 years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kokua Education
03.2025 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Teacher Assistant

Mustard Seed Academy
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.

Youth Leader

YMCA
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Mentored young individuals, emphasizing the importance of goal-setting and selfimprovement.
  • Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
  • Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
  • Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
  • Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.

Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant

ChildCare Careers
04.2023 - 08.2023

- commute to different daycare facilities and assist with supervising young children

  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
  • Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
  • Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.

Customer Service Representative

Pizza Hut
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • While working at Pizza Hut, I would handle the cashier area working with customers, as well as occasionally being cook helping my coworkers
  • Greeted customers
  • Resolved customer issues
  • Collected and documented orders
  • Responded to inquiries and issues
  • Operated the cash register

Education

No Degree - Education

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Childcare
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Bilingual
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Language acquisition
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building and management
  • Adaptable

Certification

First Aid Certification, 04/01/23, 04/01/25, CPR and First Aid certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kokua Education
03.2025 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Mustard Seed Academy
08.2024 - Current

Youth Leader

YMCA
08.2023 - 07.2024

Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant

ChildCare Careers
04.2023 - 08.2023

Customer Service Representative

Pizza Hut
11.2021 - 03.2023

No Degree - Education

The University of Texas At San Antonio
Cassandra Lopez