Mayra Alvarez
Parsippany,NJ
Summary
Experienced First Grade Lead Teacher at Trinity School, adept at fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing literacy through differentiated instruction. Successfully mentored new educators and integrated technology to elevate student engagement. Recognized for building strong parent-teacher communication and implementing innovative curriculum development strategies to support diverse learning needs.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Lead Teacher
Trinity School
139 West 91st Street
05.1987 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs, accommodating various learning styles and abilities.
- Boosted students' reading skills by implementing guided reading groups and one-on-one support sessions.
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and enforcing consistent discipline policies.
- Assessed student learning through formative and summative assessments, providing tailored feedback for growth.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, sharing best practices and offering guidance for professional development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching the learning experience for students.
- Organized field trips related to curriculum topics, providing real-world connections for enhanced understanding of concepts being taught.
- Improved parent-teacher communication through regular updates on student progress via newsletters and conferences.
- Fostered a love of reading in students by creating an inviting classroom library filled with high-interest books at various levels.
- Implemented hands-on activities and interactive group work to foster collaboration and critical thinking skills among students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/General Teacher Education Program
Fordham University At Lincoln Center
113 West 60th Street, New York, NY05.1984
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development
- Mathematics instruction
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Cultural awareness
- Technology integration
- Literacy instruction
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Class management
Accomplishments
- Earned "Distinguished Teacher Award " in 2002.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
First Grade Lead Teacher
Trinity School
05.1987 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/General Teacher Education Program
Fordham University At Lincoln Center