Jenna Alegria
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and goal oriented individual seeking to apply and expand my experience in helping children. I have a strong natural ability to connect with children with my patients and want to understand them and that was only strengthen by completing my Bachelor of Psychology. I would use my experience and expertise to continue to help children succeed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Tutor
Laura Cantu
SAN ANTONIO, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Adapted lessons according to student's strengths and weaknesses, special needs, disabilities or language barriers.
- Collaborated with teachers, school administrators, parents and guardians regarding student progress.
- Conducted research on best practices for teaching reading techniques.
- Provided feedback and support throughout the learning process.
- Promoted a safe and respectful environment where all learners feel comfortable expressing themselves freely.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.
- Created individualized learning plans for each student based on their goals and needs.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to help students develop their reading fluency, accuracy, rate, expression and intonation.
- Assisted in creating a positive learning environment by motivating students to read more often.
- Coached students on how to use context clues to understand unknown words in texts.
- Offered insightful feedback and motivation to inspire students to work towards reading goals.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
- Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by email.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
- Traveled to student's home or to another place of student's choice to conduct tutoring sessions.
- Conducted study exercises to help student pass class exam or improve scores on standardized tests.
Reading Tutor
Laura Cantu
SAN ANTONIO, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Adapted lessons according to student's strengths and weaknesses, special needs, disabilities or language barriers.
- Collaborated with teachers, school administrators, parents and guardians regarding student progress.
- Conducted research on best practices for teaching reading techniques.
- Incorporated games into instruction sessions as an engaging way for students to learn new concepts.
- Provided feedback and support throughout the learning process.
- Promoted a safe and respectful environment where all learners feel comfortable expressing themselves freely.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.
- Created individualized learning plans for each student based on their goals and needs.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to help students develop their reading fluency, accuracy, rate, expression and intonation.
- Kept accurate records and provided progress reports to highlight reading achievements.
- Offered insightful feedback and motivation to inspire students to work towards reading goals.
- Traveled to student's home or to another place of student's choice to conduct tutoring sessions.
Substitute Teacher Infant- After School K-5th
Country Home Learning Center
San Antonio, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Met regularly with parents or guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Afterschool Teacher Grades K-5th
Summerlin Childcare & Learning Center
SAN ANTONIO, TX
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
YMCA Afterschool Childcare Lead Counselor
YMCA
Victoria, TX
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided direct supervision to children in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and monitored children during playtime.
- Assisted with meal preparation and clean up after meals.
- Organized educational, recreational, and social activities for the children.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while on duty.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Observed behavior of children and reported any issues to supervisor immediately.
- Encouraged positive behavior through verbal praise and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques when necessary to ensure safety of all involved.
- Established trusting relationships with the families of the children in our program.
- Collaborated with other staff members to effectively address the needs of each child.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incidents, medications., as required by state law.
- Facilitated group discussions between peers to promote problem solving skills.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12-2023
Saint Joseph High School
Victoria, TX05-2018
Skills
- Educational Feedback
- Progress Monitoring
- Individualized Learning
- Student Motivation
- Parent Communication
- Progress Reporting
- Adaptable Nature
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Confidence Building
- Positive and Professional
- Punctual
- works well with others
- passionate
Accomplishments
- I maintained a 3.24GPA and was initiated into two honor societies (Tau Sigma and Gamma Beta Phi) during my time at the university
Timeline
Reading Tutor
Laura Cantu
09.2021 - Current
Reading Tutor
Laura Cantu
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher Infant- After School K-5th
Country Home Learning Center
07.2021 - Current
Afterschool Teacher Grades K-5th
Summerlin Childcare & Learning Center
09.2019 - 06.2021
YMCA Afterschool Childcare Lead Counselor
YMCA
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Saint Joseph High School
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