Jenny Alvarez
Passaic,NJ
Summary
Accomplished SPED-Kindergarten Paraprofessional at Passaic Board of Education, renowned for elevating student engagement and academic success through innovative lesson planning and effective communication. Excelled in team collaboration and classroom organization, significantly enhancing learning environments. Demonstrated expertise in early childhood development and positive reinforcement, consistently fostering a nurturing and productive classroom atmosphere.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED-Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Passaic Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
- Supported lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
- Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Upheld school policies while fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere conducive to effective learning experiences.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques when working with diverse learners, catering to various learning styles for maximum comprehension.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals as they acclimated to their roles within the school system, sharing knowledge and expertise from personal experiences.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured a clean and orderly classroom environment by maintaining organization and assisting with daily cleaning tasks.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lessons and create a cohesive learning environment.
- Assisted students with special needs, providing extra support and ensuring their academic success.
- Organized educational field trips, sparking curiosity and enhancing the learning experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Participated in professional development workshops to gain new insights into best practices for early childhood education.
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Education Services
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts of English With A Minor in Education
Felician University
Lodi, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Safety
- Small Group Instruction
- Early Childhood Development
- Oral communication
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship Building
- Team building
Timeline
SPED-Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Passaic Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Education Services
01.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Arts of English With A Minor in Education
Felician University
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