Rochelle Alcocer
Kearny,NJ
Summary
As a dedicated Pre-K Assistant Teacher I focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, and assist in field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
Passaic, NJ
09.2022 - 02.2026
- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate effective classroom learning environments.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure continuity of educational objectives during absences.
- Provided individualized support to students, enhancing understanding of key concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and participation for reporting purposes.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher and Substitute Teacher
The North Ward Center
Newark, NJ
04.2017 - 07.2022
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Took over 3-4 year olds and 4-5 year old classes whenever is needed and when teachers went on maternal leave, and managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Floater Teacher
First Step Preschool
Newark, NJ
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Linguistics
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ01-2017
Associate of Arts - Education
Essex County College
Newark, NJ05-2012
High School Diploma -
Kearny High School
Kearny, NJ06-2010
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Progress reporting
- Classroom management
- Team management
- Supervision
- GOLD assessment
- ESI-R
- Early Childhood Education
- Communications
- First Aid/CPR
- Teacher collaboration
- Language(s): English and Spanish
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
09.2022 - 02.2026
Pre-K Assistant Teacher and Substitute Teacher
The North Ward Center
04.2017 - 07.2022
Floater Teacher
First Step Preschool
10.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Linguistics
Montclair State University
Associate of Arts - Education
Essex County College
High School Diploma -
Kearny High School