Lorena Flores
League City,TX
Summary
Dedicated bilingual Early Childhood Educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching preschool and elementary-aged students. Skilled in creating developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that promote school readiness, early literacy, language development, and social-emotional growth. Recognized for building nurturing classroom environments, maintaining positive classroom management, and developing strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Passionate about helping every child develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
PeeWee Preschool – Clear Creek Community Church
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned and delivered engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that supported early literacy, language, math, science, and social-emotional development.
- Designed and facilitated hands-on learning experiences in Pre-K classrooms, incorporating circle time routines, center-based instruction, phonological awareness, early literacy and numeracy skills, and fine and sensory motor development.
- Created a safe, nurturing classroom where children developed independence, confidence, and positive peer relationships.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the developmental needs of individual learners.
- Built positive partnerships with families to support children’s academic and emotional growth.
Classroom Coordinator (Birth–5th Grade)
Clear Creek Community Church Children’s Ministry
07.2022 - Current
- Planned and facilitated age-appropriate learning activities for more than 20 children from infancy through fifth grade.
- Fostered children’s social, emotional, and spiritual development through engaging group activities.
- Maintained a safe, organized learning environment while supervising children with diverse needs.
- Partnered with families to ensure children felt welcomed, supported, and successful.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, fostering a positive and focused learning environment.
Substitute Teacher
Clear Creek ISD
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided effective instruction across Pre-K through elementary classrooms while maintaining consistency with established learning objectives.
- Established positive classroom routines that promoted student engagement and appropriate behavior.
- Quickly developed rapport with students, creating welcoming learning environments where children felt safe and supported.
- Earned repeat requests from teachers due to professionalism, flexibility, and effective classroom management.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
PeeWee Preschool – Clear Creek Community Church
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Supported lead teachers by implementing daily lesson plans and classroom routines.
- Assisted children in developing communication, problem-solving, and social skills.
- Adapted instructional strategies to support individual learning needs.
- Encouraged active participation through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
Ombudsman
United States Coast Guard
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Serve as liaison between Coast Guard leadership and more than 50 military families.
- Provide information, resources, and support during deployments, emergencies, and transitions.
- Coordinate communication between families and command leadership.
- Demonstrate strong leadership, confidentiality, organization, and interpersonal communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler08-2011
Skills
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
- Classroom Management
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Early Literacy & Language Development
- Early Math Readiness
- Play-Based Learning
- Positive Behavior Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Student Assessment
- English/Spanish Bilingual
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Experienced working with diverse student populations
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Committed to creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that promote academic and social success
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Clear Creek ISD
08.2024 - 06.2025
Preschool Teacher
PeeWee Preschool – Clear Creek Community Church
09.2023 - 05.2024
Substitute Preschool Teacher
PeeWee Preschool – Clear Creek Community Church
08.2022 - 05.2024
Classroom Coordinator (Birth–5th Grade)
Clear Creek Community Church Children’s Ministry
07.2022 - Current
Ombudsman
United States Coast Guard
08.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus