Maria Teresa Zamora
Elementary School Teacher
Indio,CA
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state Common Core standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches. Develop student-centered engaging lessons using PowerPoint Presentations and that enhance and promote different learning styles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher, First, Second, Fifth
Desert Sands Unified School District- Hoover Elem.
Indio, CA
08.2002 - Current
- Reinforce positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Pursue ongoing professional development through Early Literacy/Foundations Training.
- Develop ELD lessons using adopted curriculum and experience to develop engaging vocabulary and communication lessons.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students' understanding of various subjects.
- Guide meetings as grade level lead 2022-2023 and currently support new staff with curriculum questions and planning.
- Analyze assessment data and develop groups based on students needs.
- Develop intervention lessons using adopted curriculum and supplementary materials to differentiate student levels throughout learning cycles.
- Organize extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching educational experience for all students involved.
- Promote growth mindset in classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Boost individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Develop plan for site attendance goals as Attendance Site Lead 2022-2023 and head training for staff during staff meeting. Supported staff with identifying students to monitor attendance, set goals, and inquire into supports.
- Improve student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Provide regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- G.A.T.E. representative for school site 2015 to present. Attend meetings, provide updates, inform teachers of identified G.A.T.E. students and answer questions as required.
- Lead integration teacher for grade level for three years, work closely with special education instructor and Paraeducator to develop lessons with IEP in place.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum Studies And Teaching Credential
Chapman University
Orange, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 05.2001 -
G.A.T.E., Certificate -
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 05.2001 -
Introductory To Mathematics, Certificate -
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Multitasking
Effective Communication
Student Testing
Field Trip Organization
Collaborative Teamwork
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Lesson Planning
Relationship Building
Problem-solving abilities
Common Core Standards
Continuous Improvement
Progress Monitoring
Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher, First, Second, Fifth
Desert Sands Unified School District- Hoover Elem.
08.2002 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum Studies And Teaching Credential
Chapman University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
San Diego State University
05.2001 -
G.A.T.E., Certificate -
University of California, Riverside
05.2001 -
Introductory To Mathematics, Certificate -
University of California, Riverside
05.2001 -