Hope Martinez
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Banner Elementary School
03.2023 - Current
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Daycare Assistant
Rogy's Learning Center
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with food safety guidelines, promoting healthy eating habits among daycare attendees.
- Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.
Teacher's Assistant
Wilder-Waite Elementary School
01.2000 - 03.2022
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Education
Bachelor's of Elementary Education - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Illinois Central College
Peoria, IL07.2024
Skills
- Illinois Teaching Certification
- Child Development
- Activity Planning
- Mathematics Instruction
Certification
- Certified Bls and First aid
- Licensed Professional Educator
- Substitute License
- TESOL Certified
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Banner Elementary School
03.2023 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Rogy's Learning Center
04.2022 - 02.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Wilder-Waite Elementary School
01.2000 - 03.2022
Bachelor's of Elementary Education - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Illinois Central College
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