Iris Elizabeth Armenta Ocegueda
Teacher
Hollister,CA
Summary
Dedicated elementary school teacher with a strong background in effective classroom management and collaborative teaching. Proven ability to tailor lessons to diverse learning needs while fostering positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
Certifications
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools
2018.07 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics instruction.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Delivered engaging SEL instruction focused on empathy, problem-solving, and emotional regulation
Rising Leader 1.0/Alumni
Rocketship Rising Stars Academy
2020.08 - 2025.06
- Served as a Rising Leader , supporting school-wide initiatives and instructional goals
- Modeled strong instructional practices and supported peer teachers through collaboration and coaching
- Analyzed student data to help drive grade-level and school-wide achievement goals
- Led or supported professional development sessions and team meetings
- Collaborated with leadership to implement school culture and behavior systems, data improvements
- Supported new teachers with lesson planning, classroom management strategies, and Data instruction
- Helped maintain a positive, high-expectations school environment
- Facilitated communication between staff and leadership to support continuous improvement
Lead After School Teacher
Kindercare Champions
2017.06 - 2018.06
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Organized extracurricular clubs, providing additional opportunities for students to explore interests outside of the classroom.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Led professional development workshops, improving teaching strategies among colleagues.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing the attendance database.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to 160 children.
- Monitored the classroom to verify a safe and secure environment.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Action Day Primary Plus
2014.11 - 2017.06
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted and supervised 32 children through the entire school day.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
- Utilized books, songs, and games to engage students.
- Supported potty training and daily care routines while promoting independence and maintaining a safe, hygienic classroom environment
Daycare Assistant Teacher
East Side Union High School District ( C.B.E.T Program)
2005.10 - 2008.12
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
Tutor
East Side Union High School District
2004.10 - 2007.06
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
Education
Masters Of Education - Inspired Teaching And Learning
National University
La Jolla, CA 2001.05 -
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Liberal Studies
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA 2001.05 -
High School Diploma -
James Lick High School
San Jose, CA 2001.05 -
Skills
Curriculum development
Effective classroom management
Activity planning
Elementary education
Effective multitasking
Collaborative teaching
Effective time management
Consistent reliability
Zoom proficiency
Effective parental communication
Flexible problem-solving
Facilitated SEL lessons for student engagement
Field trip coordination/ supervision
Certification
250202781: Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
Rising Leader 1.0/Alumni
Rocketship Rising Stars Academy
2020.08 - 2025.06
Elementary School Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools
2018.07 - Current
Lead After School Teacher
Kindercare Champions
2017.06 - 2018.06
Lead Preschool Teacher
Action Day Primary Plus
2014.11 - 2017.06
Daycare Assistant Teacher
East Side Union High School District ( C.B.E.T Program)
2005.10 - 2008.12
Tutor
East Side Union High School District
2004.10 - 2007.06
Masters Of Education - Inspired Teaching And Learning
National University
2001.05 -
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Liberal Studies
San Jose State University
2001.05 -
High School Diploma -
James Lick High School
2001.05 -