Marisa Torres
Union City,CA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Educator with over 10 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kids Connection Preschool
2021.10 - Current
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Achieved high levels of student participation with interactive teaching methods and engaging materials.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to develop curriculum and share best practices for classroom management.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
Preschool Teacher
Beth El Preschool
2019.08 - 2021.09
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Good Earth School
2018.06 - 2019.08
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Empowered students as leaders by assigning age-appropriate responsibilities within the classroom community, fostering independence and self-confidence among preschoolers.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency by streamlining daily routines and procedures, saving valuable instructional time for academic learning opportunities.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Child Development Center
2016.08 - 2018.06
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
- Empowered students as leaders by assigning age-appropriate responsibilities within the classroom community, fostering independence and self-confidence among preschoolers.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Tree
2013.07 - 2016.07
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Asian American Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CANo Degree - Early Childhood Education
Mira Costa Community College
San Diego, CABachelor of Arts - Child Adolescent Development
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2025
Skills
- Compliance understanding
- Key decision making
- Subject matter expertise
- Regulatory Compliance
- Early Childhood Education
- Lesson Planning
- Training and mentoring
- Science Exploration
- Fine motor skills development
- Gross Motor Skills Development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Creative Teaching Strategies
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Kids Connection Preschool
2021.10 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Beth El Preschool
2019.08 - 2021.09
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Good Earth School
2018.06 - 2019.08
Lead Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Child Development Center
2016.08 - 2018.06
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Tree
2013.07 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Arts - Asian American Studies
San Francisco State University
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Mira Costa Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Child Adolescent Development
San Francisco State University
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