Natalia Balestra
Yorba Linda,CA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated elementary educator with 5+ years of experience fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Skilled in differentiated instruction, literacy development, and social-emotional learning. Committed to creating engaging, student-centered lessons that meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Fullerton School District
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Fullerton School District
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Fullerton School District
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw student in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Childcare Provider
Erin Grannis
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
National University
La Jolla, CA07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA08-2019
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Literacy coaching
- Social-emotional learning
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Standardized testing
- Parent communication
Timeline
Student Teacher
Fullerton School District
01.2025 - 05.2025
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Fullerton School District
08.2020 - 12.2024
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Fullerton School District
10.2019 - 03.2020
Childcare Provider
Erin Grannis
10.2017 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Dominguez Hills
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