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Esther Torres

San Juan,TX

Summary

Early childhood education professional with proven track record in creating engaging and supportive classroom environments. Known for developing innovative lesson plans that promote intellectual and emotional growth. Collaborates effectively with colleagues and adapts seamlessly to changing educational needs, ensuring consistent and reliable support.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prek-4 and Kindergarten Teacher

Van Gogh Elementary, Vanguard Academy
Pharr, TX
04.2020 - 10.2023

Contributed to organizational success over a three-year tenure.

  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in early learners.
  • Implemented individualized learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to create a supportive classroom environment that promotes social-emotional development.
  • Utilized classroom management techniques to maintain a positive and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Monitored student progress through frequent assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal growth and development.

Second Grade Teacher

Rembrandt Elementary, Vanguard Academy
Pharr, TX
08.2018 - 05.2019

Contributed expertise and skills over a one-year tenure.

  • Boosted students'' mathematical skills through hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving tasks.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Kindergarten Teacher

Escobar Elementary, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
Pharr, TX
08.2014 - 05.2017

Accumulated three years of relevant experience in the field.

  • Improved classroom management and reduced behavioral issues by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations.
  • Increased parental involvement in education by organizing and conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and school events.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Doedyns Elementary, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
San Juan, TX
08.2013 - 05.2014

Accumulated one year of relevant experience in the field.

  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in early learners.
  • Implemented individualized learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Leal Elementary, Mission CISD
Mission, TX
08.2012 - 05.2013

workedOne year

  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking in early learners.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs of students.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students in both math and language arts subjects.

Education

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Bilingual Education

The University of Texas-Pan American
Edinburg, TX
12.2010

Skills

  • Small group instruction
  • Classroom organization
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent communication
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Tutoring expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Creative thinking

Certification

  • TOPT- Spanish, Passed with 6
  • PPR- Passes with a 247
  • Bilingual Generalist EC-6 – Passed 245

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Prek-4 and Kindergarten Teacher

Van Gogh Elementary, Vanguard Academy
04.2020 - 10.2023

Second Grade Teacher

Rembrandt Elementary, Vanguard Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019

Kindergarten Teacher

Escobar Elementary, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2017

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Doedyns Elementary, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
08.2013 - 05.2014

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Leal Elementary, Mission CISD
08.2012 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Bilingual Education

The University of Texas-Pan American
Esther Torres