Karina Tovar
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Teacher lends creative approach to classroom preparation, policy and presentation. Promotes collaborative environment focused on curriculum and strategy development prioritizing productive, customizable learning practices. Passionate teacher excels at sharing unique approach to individualized instruction to keep students on pace. No task too small in supporting teachers, administrators and at-large school community.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Kids Campus
11.2022 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Attend to Professional Development required by the ECED, NAEYC, and NM PreK
- Participate in collaboration of creating Lesson Plans and executing them weekly
- Coordinate home visits with parents to ensure that prenatal, well-child exams, health screenings, and nutrition assessments are complete and necessary follow up
- Complete family partnership agreements, developmental screenings and all other required assessments with families in a timely manner
Custodian
Santa Fe Community College
08.2015 - 11.2022
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM2025
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM05.2023
High School Diploma -
Estado Libre Y Soberano De Chihuahua
Chihuahua, Mexico06.1996
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Behavior Management
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
- Teaching strategies
- School policies and procedures
- Individualized Education Plans
- Language Acquisition
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Kids Campus
11.2022 - Current
Custodian
Santa Fe Community College
08.2015 - 11.2022
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe Community College
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Santa Fe Community College
High School Diploma -
Estado Libre Y Soberano De Chihuahua