Miriam Pecheos
Dublin,CA
Summary
Experienced third-grade teacher skilled in fostering teamwork and communication among students and staff. Successfully created positive learning environments that encourage responsibility and independence, leading to improved student outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
San Ramon, California
08.2019 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration among students.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies tailored to various learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and engagement.
- Assessed student progress using formal and informal evaluation methods regularly.
- Organized educational field trips that enriched students' learning experiences and connected classroom concepts to real-world applications.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects integrating multiple subjects.
- Created a classroom environment that prioritized safety, cleanliness, and organization for effective teaching.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Established classroom rules and expectations with students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to cover core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Provided feedback on student progress through conferences, reports, assessments, or parent-teacher meetings.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques while addressing misbehavior promptly.
- Incorporated art projects into lessons whenever possible in order to stimulate creativity among students.
- Implemented IEPs for special needs students ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning lessons that addressed state standards for third grade level education.
- Created a positive learning environment that motivated students to pursue academic excellence and develop a love for learning.
- Encouraged students to take responsibility for their own learning through individualized instruction and group activities.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Old Adobe Union School District, Sonoma Mountain E
Petaluma, California
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted teachers in executing individualized education programs to enhance learning for students with special needs.
- Delivered targeted one-on-one instruction to students requiring additional support in academic tasks.
- Provided one-on-one support to students during academic and social activities.
- Tracked student progress and communicated insights to teaching staff to inform instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Assisted in preparing classroom resources and materials for effective daily lessons.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA06-2019
Bachelor of Science - History
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2015
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum integration
- Student assessment
- IEP implementation
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Diversified instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Old Adobe Union School District, Sonoma Mountain E
09.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - History
Portland State University