Frances Ontiveros
P O Box San Miguel,NM
Summary
Adept at fostering student independence and critical thinking, I excel in differentiated instruction and classroom management, as demonstrated in roles at LCPS Valley View Elementary. My approach has consistently improved reading skills and strengthened community ties, showcasing my ability to meet diverse needs with innovative strategies and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
LCPS Valley View Elementary
Las Cruces, NM
07.2014 - 07.2023
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
JUMP Teacher - Multi-age
LCPS University Hills Elementary
Las Cruces, NM
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Head Start Teacher
LSPS Valley Booker T. Washington Elementary
Las Cruces, NM
07.2007 - 07.2012
- Provided a rich learning environment and experiences for all students.
- Provided hands-on learning experiences.
- Conducted home visits for all students.
Even Start Teacher
LCPS Booker T Washington
Las Cruces, NM
07.2004 - 07.2007
- Conducted home visits to all families.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Education Early Childhood
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2003
Skills
- Academic record keeping
- Excellent classroom management
- Fine motor skills
- Assessment and evaluation
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom instruction
- Classroom organization
- Disciplinary techniques
- Reading mastery
- Behavioral expert
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
LCPS Valley View Elementary
07.2014 - 07.2023
JUMP Teacher - Multi-age
LCPS University Hills Elementary
07.2012 - 07.2014
Head Start Teacher
LSPS Valley Booker T. Washington Elementary
07.2007 - 07.2012
Even Start Teacher
LCPS Booker T Washington
07.2004 - 07.2007
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science - Education Early Childhood
New Mexico State University