CASSANDRA ROMERO
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Aspiring elementary school teacher with hands-on experience in classroom instruction and student support, eager to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Committed to encouraging academic growth and social-emotional development in young learners. Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
New Los Angeles Charter School
Los Angeles, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
Resident Teacher
Citizens of The World Silverlake
Los Angeles, CA
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Plan daily lessons, administer tests, and co-teach a class of 24 first grade students.
- Teach grammar independently to a fourth-grade class of 15 students.
- Support four groups of 3-5 students with IEP/504 and/or students needing extra support to ensure growth with extra strategies and scaffolding.
Teacher Assistant
Citizens of The World Silverlake
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other non-instructional times.
- Serve as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge related to education and child development.
- Supported classroom activities, assisted with reviewing work.
Teacher Assistant
IvyCrest Montessori Private School
Yorba Linda, CA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assist children with completing their workbooks and worksheets, ensuring they understand the instructions, and offering guidance when needed.
- Help children identify and recognize different letters, corresponding sounds, and letter combinations.
- Support the lead teacher in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for the children.
Education
California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential -
Marshall Street Residency
Redwood City, CA06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development
Norco Community College
Norco, CA12.2021
Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Studies
Norco Community College
Norco, CA06.2021
Skills
- Administer quizzes, tests and exams
- Curriculum planning implementation
- Administered and scored DIBELS, I-Ready, and Multitudes
- Introducing a variety of tools
- UDL strategies
- Student engagement
Timeline
Teacher
New Los Angeles Charter School
08.2025 - Current
Resident Teacher
Citizens of The World Silverlake
07.2024 - 06.2025
Teacher Assistant
Citizens of The World Silverlake
08.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher Assistant
IvyCrest Montessori Private School
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development
Norco Community College
Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Studies
Norco Community College
California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential -
Marshall Street Residency