Lopi Medeiros
Killeen,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record at Killeen ISD, adept in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Enhanced student engagement and performance through innovative teaching methods and individualized support. Collaborated effectively to foster a positive learning environment, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in student critical thinking and literacy development.
Knowledgeable kindergarten educator with hands-on experience in classroom instruction and student engagement. Successfully implemented lesson plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions. Demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Killeen ISD
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Killeen ISD
02.2021 - 09.2024
- Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
- Supported lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
- Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Upheld school policies while fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere conducive to effective learning experiences.
- Assisted students with special needs, providing extra support and ensuring their academic success.
School Custodian
Killeen ISD
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, repairing fixtures, and painting walls to keep the facility in good condition.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Maintained positive relationships with coworkers by providing support in their tasks and sharing knowledge about best practices in custodial work.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
- Facilitated a secure campus atmosphere by locking doors after hours while following all security protocols laid out by administrators.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies and materials while staying within budget constraints set by the school administration.
- Contributed to school safety by promptly addressing and resolving potential hazards in hallways, stairwells, and entryways.
- Ensured waste management efficiency by properly disposing of trash and recyclables according to regulations.
- Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Lesson plan development
- Curriculum planning
- Modern teaching methods
- Technology integration
- Instructional strategies
- Individualized support
- Group instruction
- Early childhood education
- Elementary education
- Individualized instruction
- Student advocacy
- Literacy development
- Classroom oversight
- Safety procedures
- Behavioral modeling
- Language arts teaching
- Student needs assessment
- Assessment administration
- Student performance evaluation
- Discipline and feedback
- Positive learning environment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Diversity and inclusion
- Critical thinking
- Student-centered learning
- Multitasking
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom technology implementation
- Core curriculum and standards
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom safety practices
- Creative instruction style
- Learning assessments
- Child development
- Behavior modification techniques
Certification
- Educational Aide II
awards
As a paraprofessional, I was made staff member of the month of January 2023.
Languages
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Teacher
Killeen ISD
09.2024 - 01.2025
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Killeen ISD
02.2021 - 09.2024
School Custodian
Killeen ISD
02.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
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