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Maria Lorena Pedernera

Oakland Gardens,NY

Summary

Caring Preschool Spanish Teacher with 16 years of experience.

Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Spanish Lessons

On-line / Presential

Teacher's Assistant

Countryside Montessori School
12.2021 - Current
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
  • Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
  • Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
  • Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.

Spanish Teacher

Escuela Argentina En New York
09.2007 - 06.2023
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
  • Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Implemented lesson plans and maintained a curriculum during the year
  • Designed and delivered engaging and effective review lessons
  • Planned daily activities, and monitored student work
  • Participated in virtual classes to enhance teaching techniques
  • Organized events for national holidays
  • Held parent teacher conferences three times a year

Education

Montessori Courses - Montessori Teacher Education

International Montessori Institute Barcelona

No Degree - Psicology

Facultad De Psicolgia Aconcagua
Mendoza, Argentina

High School With Teaching Orientation. -

Escuela 4-025 Los Corralitos
Mendoza, Argentina
11.1992

Skills

  • Role Modeling
  • Active Participation
  • Inspiring Love of Learning
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Special Projects
  • Teacher Training
  • Curriculum Development
  • Continuing Education
  • Outreach Programs
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Countryside Montessori School
12.2021 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Escuela Argentina En New York
09.2007 - 06.2023

Private Spanish Lessons

On-line / Presential

Montessori Courses - Montessori Teacher Education

International Montessori Institute Barcelona

No Degree - Psicology

Facultad De Psicolgia Aconcagua

High School With Teaching Orientation. -

Escuela 4-025 Los Corralitos
Maria Lorena Pedernera