Melissa Valmores
Darien,IL
Summary
Dedicated educator with experience at The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development, adept in differentiated instruction and fostering student engagement. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments and enhancing curriculum through project-based learning. Proven track record in team collaboration and adaptability, significantly contributing to tailored educational strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Darien, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Engaged children in conversations about topics related to their interests or current events.
- Monitored playground activities outdoors to ensure safety of all participants.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Supported small group instruction by helping students understand instructions and complete tasks independently when possible.
Student Teacher
White Eagle Elementary School
Naperville, IL
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported English language learners by providing additional assistance during class time.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Student Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
Rochelle, IL
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Completed additional training courses to further develop teaching strategies and subject-specific knowledge.
- Guided and encouraged students to develop positive attitudes toward learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-2023
Skills
- Standardized tests
- Project-based learning
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Individualized learning
Certification
- English as a Second Language Endorsement
Websites
- file:///C:/Users/Owner/OneDrive/Desktop/TLEE%20344-Valmores-FINAL-5E.pdf
- file:///C:/Users/Owner/OneDrive/Desktop/MATH%20403-Final%20Lesson%20Plan.pdf
- file:///C:/Users/Owner/OneDrive/Desktop/SESE%20456-Final%20Essay.pdf
- file:///C:/Users/Owner/OneDrive/Desktop/edTPA%20Final-LTRE%20350.pdf
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/school-provided-technology/id1515064671?i=1000475633041
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
05.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
White Eagle Elementary School
03.2023 - 12.2023
Student Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
- English as a Second Language Endorsement
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University