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Paige Vega

Salem

Summary

Dynamic Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher with a proven track record at Salem Keizer School District, excelling in bilingual instruction and fostering student engagement. Adept at implementing creative lesson designs and promoting social-emotional learning, I effectively support diverse learners, ensuring academic growth and positive classroom environments through collaborative strategies and strong parent-teacher communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher

Salem Keizer School District
09.2020 - Current
  • Provided feedback on student work promptly and constructively, empowering learners to refine their skills through regular practice and reflection.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating actively in staff meetings, committees, and extracurricular activities, demonstrating dedication to the overall success of the institution.
  • Developed strong classroom management skills by employing proactive strategies to maintain focus and minimize disruptions during instructional time.
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
  • Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
  • Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.

Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher

Salem Keizer School District
12.2018 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering connections between subjects for enhanced learning opportunities.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in bilingual education, applying new knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Managed student behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing boundaries, resulting in a respectful and productive classroom atmosphere.
  • Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to a collaborative educational community within the school.
  • Strengthened student language acquisition through engaging dual-language activities and immersive experiences.
  • Supported special education students through individualized instruction and tailored accommodations, ensuring success in the inclusive classroom environment.
  • Established positive relationships with families through consistent communication, parent-teacher conferences, and school events, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, guiding instructional decisions based on data-driven insights.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to address individual learning styles, promoting academic growth for all students.
  • Improved reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy strategies in both English and Spanish lessons.

Instructional Assistant

Salem Keizer School District
12.2015 - 06.2018
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Lead small groups to improve literacy skills.
  • Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instructional strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes.

Before and After School Care Assistant

Salem Keizer Education Foundation
09.2013 - 06.2016
  • Supported the emotional well-being of students by providing a listening ear, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and open communication within the before and after school care setting.
  • Enhanced student safety by consistently supervising before and after school activities and ensuring adherence to established rules.
  • Provided first aid and emergency response as required, prioritizing student health and safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive environment for students, effectively addressing any behavioral issues that arose during before and after school care.
  • Promoted physical fitness among students through engaging outdoor games, sports activities.
  • Facilitated group activities that promoted social skills development and positive peer interactions among students.
  • Contributed to a clean and organized environment by maintaining facility cleanliness, setting up activity areas, and storing supplies properly.
  • Improved communication with parents by providing regular updates on their children''s progress and behavior during before and after school care sessions.
  • Assisted in the organization of extracurricular activities, resulting in an increased variety of options for students to participate in.
  • Managed daily attendance records, ensuring accurate documentation of student participation in the program.
  • Enhanced parent satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly, professionally, and compassionately.
  • Supported students'' academic growth by offering homework assistance and tutoring when needed.

Education

Education

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06-2019

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
06-2014

Skills

    Student engagement

  • Collaborative learning
  • Creative lesson design
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Bilingual instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Parent communication
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication

Accomplishments

  • Began teaching my first year with an emergency license in December, before graduating.
  • Served as a mentor teacher to two undergraduate students studying to become teachers at Corban University.
  • Served as a part of the leadership team at my schools for 4+ years.
  • Completed the Bilingual Teacher Scholars Program.

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher

Salem Keizer School District
09.2020 - Current

Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher

Salem Keizer School District
12.2018 - 06.2020

Instructional Assistant

Salem Keizer School District
12.2015 - 06.2018

Before and After School Care Assistant

Salem Keizer Education Foundation
09.2013 - 06.2016

Education

Western Oregon University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Chemeketa Community College

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