Maria Cristina Perez
Wesley Chapel,FL
Summary
Upbeat new Teacher and experienced professional Instructional Assistant devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Wesley Chapel Elementary School
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science and history.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Instructional Assistant
Wesley Chapel Elementary School
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business
National University College
Arecibo, PR05-2020
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Wesley Chapel Elementary School
11.2024 - 06.2025
Instructional Assistant
Wesley Chapel Elementary School
03.2022 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business
National University College
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