Maricela Ontiveros
Teacher
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Seeking new experiences to grow and further develop my skills in different fields. I am an Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Lead Teacher
Scholarship Prep Public Schools
8 2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans that promoted early literacy, numeracy, and social skills
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear behavioral expectations and encouraging cooperative play and learning
- Assessed and tracked individual student progress through observations, assessments, and student work, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Developed and utilized a variety of teaching materials and resources to support different learning styles and enhance students’ understanding of key concepts
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on student progress, address concerns, and involve them in their child’s learning journey
- Organized and led classroom activities, including art projects, group games, and storytime, to support cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Second Grade Teacher
KIPP Comienza Community Prep
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Designed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum guidelines
- Maintained a positive and productive classroom environment
- Developed and implemented strategies to support students with diverse needs
- Contributed to the creation and enhancement of instructional materials and resources
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and best practices
- Completed required documentation, such as attendance records and grading reports.
Intervention teacher
Extera Public Schools
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Developed and implemented targeted intervention strategies to improve reading fluency and comprehension for students struggling in ELA
- Conducted individual and small-group reading sessions, utilizing evidence-based methods to address specific reading deficits
- Assessed student reading levels through diagnostic tests and formative assessments, creating personalized learning plans to meet each student's needs
- Monitored and tracked student progress, adjusting intervention strategies based on performance data and feedback
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to integrate intervention strategies into the general curriculum and support students’ overall academic growth.
Education
Cleared Teaching Credential -
New Hampshire University
BS, Mathematics for secondary school - undefined
University of California Riverside
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
KIPP Comienza Community Prep
08.2018 - 07.2021
Intervention teacher
Extera Public Schools
01.2016 - 07.2018
First Grade Lead Teacher
Scholarship Prep Public Schools
8 2021 - Current
Cleared Teaching Credential -
New Hampshire University
BS, Mathematics for secondary school - undefined
University of California Riverside
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