Mahri Walker
Ben Lomond,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with experience and recommendations throughout Santa Cruz city schools and SLV unified school district. Posses communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
San Lorenzo Valley and Santa Cruz City Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Teacher
Gault and San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Schools
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided individualized support to students, adapting instruction to meet unique needs and fostering a positive, inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Implemented data-driven assessment techniques to track student progress, enabling targeted interventions and measurable improvements in academic outcomes.
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to create daily lessons, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and seamless integration of technology in the classroom.
- Provided individualized academic and social support to students, adapting teaching methods to address unique learning needs and challenges.
Summer School Teacher, 2nd Grade
Bay View Elementary
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Developed engaging summer curriculum to reinforce key skills, integrating interactive learning methods and promoting student participation
- Continually revised lesson plans based on student feedback and assessment results, ensuring that content remained relevant, engaging, and aligned with educational standards.
Head Daycare Teacher
Tender Blossoms Daycare
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed classroom operations and maintained communication with parents regarding child progress.
- Implemented innovative learning strategies, enhancing children's social-emotional growth and fostering a nurturing environment for the children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to support children's social and emotional development.
- Partnered with parents to track child progress, ensuring seamless communication and alignment between home and daycare experiences.
Education
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary School Teaching
CalStateTEACH
Fresno12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05.2021
Skills
Classroom Management
Adaptability
Relationship building and management
Student Engagement
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Development
Problem Solving
Differentiated Instruction
Certification
30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
CPR and First Aid Certified
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
San Lorenzo Valley and Santa Cruz City Schools
09.2023 - Current
Summer School Teacher, 2nd Grade
Bay View Elementary
06.2023 - 07.2023
Student Teacher
Gault and San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Schools
01.2023 - 12.2023
Head Daycare Teacher
Tender Blossoms Daycare
01.2019 - 03.2020
30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
CPR and First Aid Certified
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary School Teaching
CalStateTEACH
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
California State University, Monterey Bay
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