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Karissa N. Cisneros

Educator
Pasadena,TX

Summary

Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Teacher

Houston ISD
Houston, TX
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
  • Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to first graders.
  • Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
  • Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
  • Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
  • Promoted critical thinking by developing problem-solving activities that encouraged higher order reasoning skills.
  • Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through phone calls, emails, parent conferences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout school year using data tracking systems such as DIBELS.
  • Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop cohesive school culture.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques including cooperative learning and flexible grouping arrangements.
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
  • Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
  • Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements.
  • Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
  • Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of 25 first graders.

1st Grade Teacher Assistant

Houston ISD
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 10.2017
  • Assisted 1st grade teacher in creating and implementing lesson plans for the classroom.
  • Provided support to students during class activities, helping them stay on task and complete assignments.
  • Organized and supervised group activities, ensuring all students were engaged in learning.
  • Monitored student behavior, providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
  • Ensured a safe and comfortable learning environment by maintaining order in the classroom.
  • Helped with grading papers, correcting spelling and grammar mistakes as needed.
  • Managed student portfolios, filing paperwork neatly according to established procedures.
  • Read stories aloud to students while encouraging discussion about the material being read.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on specific topics or skills identified by the teacher.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring for students who need extra assistance in certain subject areas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education EC-6

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX
05-2017

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Organizational Skills
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Standardized tests

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

Houston ISD
08.2018 - Current

1st Grade Teacher Assistant

Houston ISD
08.2017 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education EC-6

University of Houston - Downtown

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