Rebeca Abigail Cabezas

Aspiring educator dedicated to implementing innovative teaching methods in both specialized and mainstream settings. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing communication with diverse groups. Extensive experience as a Youth Staff and Lead Camp Counselor over four years at Willow Oaks Country Club.

• Student Teaching, Crestwood Elementary, Chesterfield, VA, 23832

Developed and taught lessons across multiple subjects, utilizing resources provided by host teacher. Observed various lesson planning meeting between math and reading specialist and grade teachers that provided understanding and insight on important subject resources. Led the class through all day instruction and planned for each material accordingly to their curriculum.

• Practicum III, J.G Hening Elementary, Chesterfield, VA, Fall 2024

Observed a 1st grade and 5th grade classroom. Created and taught a Social Studies and Science lesson that went along with the curriculum for the 1st grade class. For 5th grade, I created and taught a Math lesson that also went along with their curriculum and pacing guide.

• Practicum II, Barack Obama Elementary, Richmond, VA, Spring 2024

Developed and implemented personalized tutoring plans for a first-grade student, utilizing background data to tailor the approach to the student's unique needs.

• Practicum I, George F. Baker Elementary, Henrico, VA, Fall 2023

Designed and conducted phonics lessons for a first-grade class, concentrating on VA SOL (Virginia Standards of Learning) objectives. Observed a first-grade class to gain insights into classroom management and operational dynamics.