Jessica Ayala
Oxnard,CA
Summary
I am actively seeking an Elementary Teacher position where I can apply my passion for education and my hands-on experience in the classroom. With a strong commitment to fostering a positive learning environment, I'm eager to help students grow academically, socially, and emotionally while creating engaging lessons tailored to their individual needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching
Parkview Elementary HESD
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with a mentor teacher during my 5th-grade student teaching placement to differentiate instruction, design and implement lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, and assess student learning through hands-on experience.
Sales Associate
Ulta Beauty
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted customers with personalized product recommendations, managed inventory, maintained a clean and welcoming store environment, and processed transactions efficiently at a beauty store.
Observator/Teacher Assistant
Tierra Vista Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported a kindergarten classroom by facilitating activities, assisting students during lessons, and delivering one-on-one support to those needing extra help.
Sales Associate
Merrell
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Advised customers on footwear selections, maintained and organized inventory, processed sales transactions, and delivered exceptional customer service in a retail shoe store environment.
After School Assistant Internship
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Facilitated homework support, led engaging activities, and enriched the after-school experience for 1st to 5th grade students during my After School Assistant Internship.
Volunteer
Youth & Education Services Pathway
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Engaged in the Youth & Education Services Pathway to gain valuable insight into the field of education and develop foundational skills through hands-on experiences and professional learning.
Observator/Teacher Assistant
Parkview Elementary School HSD
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported a second-grade classroom by guiding students through assignments, facilitating group activities, and providing individualized assistance to maintain engagement and focus.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Channel Island
Camarillo, CA12-2023
GED -
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA12.2020
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Flexible problem-solver
- Committed professional
- Effective communicator
- Innovative thinking
- Positive demeanor
- Effective classroom management
- Proficient in Google Workspace tools
Accomplishments
- CPR Certified
- Design For Learning (UDL)
- Behavior Professional Development
- Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI)
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning Universal
Timeline
Student Teaching
Parkview Elementary HESD
08.2024 - Current
Observator/Teacher Assistant
Tierra Vista Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Ulta Beauty
06.2023 - 04.2024
Sales Associate
Merrell
02.2021 - 12.2022
After School Assistant Internship
02.2019 - 06.2019
Observator/Teacher Assistant
Parkview Elementary School HSD
01.2018 - 01.2019
Volunteer
Youth & Education Services Pathway
08.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Channel Island
GED -
Oxnard College
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