Elizabeth Naras
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Highly motivated future teacher with a B.S. in Educational Foundations and a Master of Arts in Teaching pending. Hardworking with strong ability to multitask and take initiative in team-based or individually directed settings. Driven student teaching intern with firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Bowden Academy
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Designed and implemented differentiated and engaging daily lesson plans with immersive activities for a classroom of 22 for 6 weeks.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Supplied feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.
- Assessed student understanding of material using formative assessments tools such as quizzes or worksheets.
- Facilitated small group instruction for differentiated learning opportunities.
Teaching Assistant
The Gathering Place
San Antonio, TX
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of students.
- Implemented strategies designed to help struggling learners understand difficult concepts.
Scoutreach Program Aid
Boy Scouts of America
San Antonio, TX
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in providing outreach cub scouting program to 28 elementary schools in San Antonio's underserved communities.
- Taught small groups of 10-20 students grades K-5 and led activities relating to scouting subjects such as survival skills, first aid, citizenship, nature, and science.
- Collaborated with co-workers in adapting traditional scouting lessons, making them classroom friendly (i.e teaching students about how to build a fire without actually doing so).
- Advised in the planning of a low-cost spring break camp for all students. Responsible for handling enrollment processing, communicating with parents, and running camp activities.
Summer Camp Staff Member
Boy Scouts of America
San Antonio, TX
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Advocated, motivated and managed campers daily.
- Resolved conflicts between campers using de-escalation techniques and problem-solving skills.
- Organized, led and promoted interest in traditional scouting activities such archery and hiking.
- Worked creatively with other staff to develop and implement new themes and events for camp participants.
- Conducted mandatory recordkeeping activities to comply with camp requirements.
- Assisted with training camp staff on program and procedures.
Daycare Teacher
Kiddzone Eugene
Eugene, OR
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Independently managed a class of 20 Kindergarten through fifth grade students' remote learning during the pandemic.
- Problem-solved with co-workers to transition after-school based daycare center into a school-day long care center where students could more efficiently participate in remote learning.
- Tracked each students academic progress, ensuring they were attending zoom meetings and completing all homework.
- Communicated with children's school teachers to create an individual plan for students in need of more assistance.
- Interacted with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Coordinated new summer activities to coincide with CDC COVID-19 guidelines.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kiddzone Eugene: Babysteps
Eugene, OR
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Related well to parents and kept each informed about new daycare activities or behavioral concerns.
- Introduced groups of 20 toddlers to multisensory activities such as music, dance and stories to encourage exploration and spark curiosity.
- Maintained cleanliness of multiple classrooms, restrooms, and kitchen on a daily basis.
- Greeted parents and children each morning, logging information into permanent records.
Teacher's Aide
Creative Corner LLC
Burlingame, CA
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Supported classroom teachers by managing files, preparing materials and updating records.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Educational Foundations
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2021
Skills
- Excellent problem solving skills and sound judgement
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
- Strong initiative, resourcefulness and follow through
- Exceptional communication skills
- Active team player and collaborator
Certification
- Core Subjects EC–6 (expected May 2024)
- Science of Teaching Reading (expected May 2024)
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC–12 (2023)
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Red Cross (2022, pending renewal)
- Advanced Child Care Training Online, Red Cross (2022)
- Youth Protection Training BSA (2022)
Timeline
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Bowden Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
Teaching Assistant
The Gathering Place
02.2023 - 06.2023
Summer Camp Staff Member
Boy Scouts of America
06.2022 - 07.2022
Scoutreach Program Aid
Boy Scouts of America
02.2022 - 01.2023
Daycare Teacher
Kiddzone Eugene
01.2020 - 12.2020
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kiddzone Eugene: Babysteps
04.2019 - 01.2020
Teacher's Aide
Creative Corner LLC
01.2016 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
Trinity University
Bachelor of Science - Educational Foundations
University of Oregon
- Core Subjects EC–6 (expected May 2024)
- Science of Teaching Reading (expected May 2024)
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC–12 (2023)
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Red Cross (2022, pending renewal)
- Advanced Child Care Training Online, Red Cross (2022)
- Youth Protection Training BSA (2022)
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