Mariana G. Herrera
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable education professional with a strong background in creating engaging and supportive learning environments. Assisted lead teachers with curriculum implementation and provided individualized support to students, contributing to positive classroom outcomes. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and effective communication while working with diverse learners and classroom settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Teacher
NHA Altadena Head Start
05.2024 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Built and maintained productive relationships between students, teachers and parents.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learners' needs and abilities.
Teacher Aid
Audubon Elementary (Labsite)
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Associate Teacher
Grossmont College CDC
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Helped lead teachers set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
Teacher
Martha's Daycare
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06.2025
Associate of Science - Child Development
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA06-2023
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
- Learning Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Motivating Students
- Special education
- Attention to detail
- Sorting and categorizing
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate Teacher
NHA Altadena Head Start
05.2024 - Current
Teacher Aid
Audubon Elementary (Labsite)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Associate Teacher
Grossmont College CDC
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher
Martha's Daycare
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
San Diego State University
Associate of Science - Child Development
Grossmont College