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Laura Guerra

Harlingen,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at IDEA Public Schools, excelling in positive student engagement and effective communication. Skilled in developing innovative curricula and fostering collaboration among faculty, enhancing student learning outcomes. Committed to supporting diverse learning styles while maintaining organized records and promoting a supportive classroom environment.

Experienced with coordinating administrative tasks and maintaining organized office environments. Utilizes strong organizational skills to enhance office efficiency and support team operations. Track record of effective communication and multitasking to meet diverse administrative needs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives and EOY goal.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
07.2017 - 05.2023
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives and EOY goals.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Supported my peers with rehearsals and feedback in ways to help best support students.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Paraprofessional Aide

Point Isabel ISD
08.2013 - 05.2017


  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.

Logistics Team Member

United States Air
08.1999 - 08.2003


  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports to meet aircraft demand.
  • Processed and entered aircraft orders into database and provided proactive customer service for accounts.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Generated documentation and information required for MICAP shipments.
  • Tracked orders and notified departments of status or potential delays.
  • Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
04.2015

Skills

  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Parent and Student Communication
  • Student Guidance
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Collaboration Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Level C-Coach
  • Clerical support
  • Goal Setting
  • Computer skills
  • Time management
  • Customer and client relations
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Professional communication

Certification

Texas Educator Certificate EC-6

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
06.2024 - Current

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
07.2023 - Current

Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
07.2017 - 05.2023

Paraprofessional Aide

Point Isabel ISD
08.2013 - 05.2017

Logistics Team Member

United States Air
08.1999 - 08.2003

Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Kaplan University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Kaplan University

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