Priscilla Lopez
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Dedicated Kindergarten Teacher with expertise in creating engaging learning environments for young learners. Developed innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles while fostering critical thinking and social skills. Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and improve student experiences, fostering curiosity and a love for learning.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
WFISD
Wichita Falls, TX
10.2015 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities that promoted social and emotional growth among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to sustain a positive learning environment.
- Created and maintained a safe learning environment for students.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members
- Collaborated with parents to strengthen support for student learning and development.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
- Developed students' reading independence by implementing structured lessons focused on phonemic awareness and decoding strategies. using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Prepared students for state required achievement assessments.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05-2014
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Elementary education
- Early reading
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Health and safety
- Family collaboration
- Collaborative learning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Teacher's Certification (EC-6)
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
WFISD
10.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Midwestern State University