María Luisa Rios
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated Child Care Center Teacher with a proven track record at Primrose School at Alamo Ranch, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching methods and strong parent-teacher communication. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments, demonstrating exceptional classroom organization and positive reinforcement skills. Achieved significant improvements in student collaboration and classroom management.
Professional child care educator with proven track record in nurturing and developing young minds. Expertise in creating engaging, safe, and supportive learning environments. Highly collaborative team player known for adaptability and reliability. Strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children and parents.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Center Teacher
Primrose School at Alamo Ranch
San Antonio, TX
06.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Increased student collaboration by developing group projects and team-building activities.
- Introduced new teaching methods such as project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and motivation.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development by attending workshops and conferences related to early childhood education trends and research findings.
- Organized field trips to enhance the learning experience, connecting classroom lessons to real-world examples.
- Participated in annual evaluations, using feedback to refine teaching approach and improve overall effectiveness in the classroom.
- Improved overall classroom management, enforcing consistent rules and consequences for behavior.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support during their transition into the profession.
- Supported special needs students'' learning through tailored lesson plans and individualized attention.
Montessori Teacher
Pinnacle Montessori of Alamo Ranch
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
Childcare Lead Teacher
Children’s Lighthouse of Alamo Ranch
San Antonio, TX
04.2014 - 12.2019
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Organized extracurricular activities and field trips to enhance classroom learning experiences.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods as needed to improve performance.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Childcare Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Education and Preschool
San Antonio, TX
01.2006 - 08.2012
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robstown Highschool
Robstown, TXSkills
- Classroom organization
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Age-appropriate activities
- Special needs support
- Child assessment
- Strong work ethic
- Friendly and likeable
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- First aid
- CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Child Care Center Teacher
Primrose School at Alamo Ranch
06.2021 - Current
Montessori Teacher
Pinnacle Montessori of Alamo Ranch
01.2020 - 01.2021
Childcare Lead Teacher
Children’s Lighthouse of Alamo Ranch
04.2014 - 12.2019
Childcare Teacher
Bright Horizons Early Education and Preschool
01.2006 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Robstown Highschool