Mackenzi Vela
Summary
Enthusiastic Student Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating, and learning-focused classroom environments. Solid multitasking, time management, and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning, and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, Second Grade
LISD Whiteside Elementary
7508 Albany Ave
08.2023 - Current
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues. (AARD)
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked with classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing lesson units from concept to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2024
Skills
- Interactive Learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Student Needs Assessments
- Continuous professional development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Google Classroom
- Student Records Management
- Organizational Skills
- Expectation Management
- Common Core Standards
- Lesson Planning
TEA Certification in progress
I am currently in the process of receiving my certification from TEA. I am expecting to receive it in May 2024.
Timeline
Student Teacher, Second Grade
LISD Whiteside Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Tech University