Leona Perez
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Teacher with proven expertise in behavior management and lesson plan implementation, honed at Greater Bergen Community Action and Jersey City Headstart. Excelled in fostering student development and enhancing academic performance through effective teaching strategies and parent-teacher communication. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and instructional support, ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Greater Bergen Community Action
09.2014 - 08.2024
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
Assistant Teacher
Jersey City Headstart
09.1999 - 08.2014
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05-2022
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Teaching strategies
- Behavior modification
- Lesson plan implementation
- Professional development
- Instructional support
Certification
Child Development Associate, 12/2019
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Greater Bergen Community Action
09.2014 - 08.2024
Assistant Teacher
Jersey City Headstart
09.1999 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hudson County Community College
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