Jocelyn Uriostegui
Teacher
Cypress,TX
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Bilingual Teacher
Tipps Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
- Established a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing classroom rules and expectations, promoting respect among students.
- Assisted struggling readers with individualized support, resulting in marked improvements in their reading abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop bilingual curriculum materials, resulting in more effective teaching strategies.
- Boosted students'' reading comprehension skills by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress, providing targeted instruction for improvement.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Walker Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Post Elementary School
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Supported students during small group instruction, reinforcing concepts taught by the lead teacher.
- Worked closely with lead teachers to develop curriculum materials that aligned with state standards and district objectives.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, or other non-instructional times while maintaining a safe environment for all children present.
- Assisted in the collection of data to track student progress, using this information to adjust instructional strategies for optimal learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - EC-6 Core Subjects With Bilingual Supplemental
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Classroom management
Teacher Collaboration
Differentiated instruction
Lesson Planning
Student-centered learning
Effective Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Team building
Timeline
Second Grade Bilingual Teacher
Tipps Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Walker Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Instructional Paraprofessional
Post Elementary School
08.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - EC-6 Core Subjects With Bilingual Supplemental
University of Houston - Downtown
05.2001 -