Iris Vanegas
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Providence Preparatory School
04.2021 - Current
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
LEAD TEACHER/ASSISTANT TEACHER/Translator and Interpreter
La Petite Academy
11.2013 - 08.2020
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
ASSISTANT TEACHER/Translator and Interpreter
Learning Together
09.2010 - 07.2012
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Education
EDU 119 Credentials - Early Childhood Education
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC12.2010
Associate Degree in Education - Early Childhood Education
Stanly Community College
Albemarle, NC12.2023
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Staff Development
- Instructional Methods
- Compliance Understanding
- Childcare Requirements
- Assess Students
- Safety Awareness
- Age-Appropriate Discipline
- Child Development
- Lesson Planning
- Group and Individual Instruction
- IEP Support
- Positive Learning Environment
- Room Arrangements
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Educational Enrichment
- Verbal and Written Communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Providence Preparatory School
04.2021 - Current
ASSISTANT TEACHER
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2020 - 04.2021
LEAD TEACHER/ASSISTANT TEACHER/Translator and Interpreter
La Petite Academy
11.2013 - 08.2020
ASSISTANT TEACHER/Translator and Interpreter
Learning Together
09.2010 - 07.2012
EDU 119 Credentials - Early Childhood Education
Wake Technical Community College
Associate Degree in Education - Early Childhood Education
Stanly Community College
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