Jailene Vazquez
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sylvan Learning Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center Center
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop innovative teaching strategies, enhancing overall educational effectiveness.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to help students grasp complex concepts more easily.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment for all.
- Addressed individual learning styles by adapting teaching techniques to cater to each student''s unique needs.
- Identified struggling students and provided targeted support, resulting in improved academic performance across various subjects.
5th Grade General Education Teacher
ISANA Academies
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, enhancing comprehension of subject material.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent enforcement of rules and expectations, resulting in a focused learning environment conducive to success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of broader themes and connections between subjects.
Student Teaching
California State University, Northridge
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
Camp Leader/Counselor
YMCA Burbank
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues, disciplining or expelling campers when required for good of community.
- Created interesting and educational lesson plans and implemented activities while engaging with children.
- Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions, verifying basic knowledge of activities and providing safe environment training.
- Earned First Aid, CPR certification with emphasis on children's treatment protocols.
Teacher Assistant
Valerio Elementary School
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Pursued professional development opportunities to cultivate further understanding of considerations governing productive learning environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Worked under direction of licensed teacher in and outside of classroom.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Teacher Aid
Columbus Elementary School, Summer School
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, State University
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School
05.2017
Skills
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
- Dean's list 2020-2022
- State Seal of Literacy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sylvan Learning Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center Center
06.2024 - Current
5th Grade General Education Teacher
ISANA Academies
08.2023 - 06.2024
Student Teaching
California State University, Northridge
02.2022 - 05.2022
Camp Leader/Counselor
YMCA Burbank
05.2021 - 09.2021
Teacher Aid
Columbus Elementary School, Summer School
06.2020 - 07.2020
Teacher Assistant
Valerio Elementary School
01.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, State University
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
- Dean's list 2020-2022
- State Seal of Literacy
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