Lazara Bravo
Miami,Florida
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Allapattah Community Center, INC
04.2013 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Assistant Teacher
Allapattah Community Action
04.1999 - 02.2015
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - AS Child Development Education
06.2001
AA Teaching Elementary - Wolfson Campus
05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Doctor in Medicine
06.1981
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Assessment
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
- Learning Strategies
- Technology Integration
- Motivating Students
- Cultural sensitivity
- Feedback implementation
- Interpersonal skills
- Assessment strategies
- Multicultural awareness
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
National CDA
Timeline
Teacher - Allapattah Community Center, INC
04.2013 - Current
Assistant Teacher - Allapattah Community Action
04.1999 - 02.2015
Miami Dade College - Associate of Applied Science, AS Child Development Education
Miami Dade College - AA Teaching Elementary, Wolfson Campus
School of Medicine, Cuba - Bachelor of Arts, Doctor in Medicine
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