Damaris Lopez-Maldonado
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate, effective and creative Teacher who is adept at fostering inclusive learning environments. Leverage differentiated instructions and classroom management at the Duval County Public School system to enhance student engagement and ensure academic success. Skilled in Parent-Teacher communication being transparent and using critical thinking. Excel in adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learner needs, significantly contributing to a supportive and collaborative educational community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Teacher, ESOL, Dual Language
Duval County Public School
12.2017 - Current
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively of approximately 25-30 students by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing establish rules and consequences.
- Serve as an advocate for ESOL students within the school community, promoting cultural awareness and inclusivity among staff and peers.
- Implement differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Serve as a liaison between the school and local community organizations that support bilingualism and multiculturalism in education.
- Differentiate instruction based on individual student needs, employing a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment .
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Adjusted instructional strategies based on ongoing assessments of student needs and abilities, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for all learners.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts in classrooms with 25-28 students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras
Puerto Rico08.2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Interactive teaching methods
- Collaborative learning
- Critical thinking promotion
Certification
- Teacher of English for the Elementary School, Department of Education - Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
- Prekindergarten/Primary Education (Age 3 through grade 3) State of Florida - Department of Education
- English for Speakers of other Languages (Endorsement) State of Florida - Department of Education
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Teacher, ESOL, Dual Language
Duval County Public School
12.2017 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Teacher of English for the Elementary School, Department of Education - Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
- Prekindergarten/Primary Education (Age 3 through grade 3) State of Florida - Department of Education
- English for Speakers of other Languages (Endorsement) State of Florida - Department of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras
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