Paola Andrea Morales Parra
Wilson,NC
Summary
I am a bilingual educator with a focus on vocational education—hardworking, a team player, a leader, and globally competent. I am passionate about teaching and known for being an effective communicator, motivator, and creative thinker. I bring optimism, enthusiasm, responsibility, and care to my work, and I am a lifelong learner who is confident, dependable, skillful, and knowledgeable in my profession. I am a teacher who always finds a way to help students succeed both in and out of the classroom. I am married to Luis Girón through the Holy Sacrament of Matrimony and am the proud mother of two children: Michelle and Gian Paul.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KG-2nd Spanish Teacher/2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
Greenfield School
08.2015 - Current
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues students faced and recommended solutions.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Assistant Teacher
Windsor Jumping Jacks
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Teacher Assistant
The Growing Place
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Martin Community College
Williamston, NC05.2019
Skills
- Bilingual and Biliterate: Fluent in Spanish and English
- Vocational Education Expertise
- Creative and Resourceful Instructional Design
- Student-Centered Teaching Approach
- Strong Classroom Management
- Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Motivational and Supportive Teaching Style
- Technology Integration and Computer Proficiency
- Cultural and Global Competence
- Lifelong Learning and Professional Development
- Problem Solving and Adaptability
- Empathy and Student Advocacy
Certification
- Certificate of Attendance WebinarDate Achieved: 04/04/2024
- Certificate of Completion Greenfield School(youth suicide: awareness & prevention)Date Achieved: 04/28/2022
- Certificate of Completion Greenfield School (child abuse)Date Achieved: 04/26/2022
- Certificate of Attendance SCOLTDate Achieved: 03/21/2019
- Certificate of Appreciation FLANCDate Achieved: 10/19/2018
- Certificate of Appreciation The Foreign Language Association of North CarolinaDate Achieved: 10/19/2018
- Certificate of Attendance FLANC ConferenceDate Achieved: 10/15/2018
- Certificate of Credit NCAISDate Achieved: 10/27/2017
- Certificate of AttendanceDate Achieved: 10/21/2017
- Certificte of Attendnce FLANCDate Achieved: 10/21/2017
- Certificate of Attendance SCOLT#SDate Achieved: 03/16/2017
- SAT weekend supervisorDate Achieved: 02/25/2017
- Weigh Less Certificate of AchievementDate Achieved: 05/15/2015
- Certificate of Completion Be Active KidsDate Achieved: 03/19/2015
- Certificate of Completion Infant Toddler Zone Part 2- Planning for ProtectionDate Achieved: 03/18/2015
- Certificate of Completion Asthma Education Curriculum for Child Care ProviderDate Achieved: 03/17/2015
- Certificate of Attendance FLANCDate Achieved: 02/21/2015
- Certificate of CompletionDate Achieved: 01/22/2015
- Certificate of CompletionDate Achieved: 12/16/2014
- Certificate of Completion American Heart Adult, Child, Infant CPRDate Achieved: 10/25/2014
- Certificate of Completion CPRDate Achieved: 10/25/2014
- Certificate of Completion University of Notre Dame (Introduction to the New Testament)Date Achieved: 10/07/2011
- Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse CertificateDate Achieved: 02/17/2011
- Angeles de Dios CertificateDate Achieved: 11/18/2010
- Tecognizing and Repoting Child Abuse and Neglet CertificateDate Achieved: 09/15/2010
- Catechist CertificateDate Achieved: 12/12/2009
- Certificate of CommissioningDate Achieved: 08/26/2007
- Safe Environment Course CertificateDate Achieved: 08/06/2006
- Training Certificate Child Care ConferenceDate Achieved: 05/21/2005
- 2004 Child Care ConferenceDate Achieved: 09/11/2004
- Certificate of MeritDate Achieved: 05/22/2003
- Sharing Cultures in Diverse World CertificateDate Achieved: 02/01/2003
- English Studies CertificateDate Achieved: 12/06/2001
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
KG-2nd Spanish Teacher/2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
Greenfield School
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Windsor Jumping Jacks
01.2014 - 12.2015
Teacher Assistant
The Growing Place
01.2003 - 01.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Martin Community College
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