Samantha Avila
Crosby,TX
Summary
Dedicated and passionate about education, with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods. Creates positive classroom and effectively manages student behavior. Able to talk to children in both fluent English and Spanish as needed.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Agape Christian Preschool
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a well-disciplined and focused learning atmosphere.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
- Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
- Cultivated a love for reading among students by incorporating age-appropriate literature into the curriculum.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education, translating new knowledge into practical classroom applications.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to the unique interests of three-year-olds, promoting curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
- Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education (EC-3)
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TXAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX05.2015
No Degree - Paraprofessional Certificate
Deer Park ISD
Deer Park, TX12.2022
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Nutrition and Health
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Creative Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Certified Paraprofessional, Deer Park ISD
- IEPs: Developing High-Quality Individualized Education Programs
- Secondary Transition: Helping Students with Disabilities Plan for Post-High School Settings
- Teaching English Language Learners: Effective Instructional Practices
- The Pre-Referral Process: Procedures for Supporting Students with Academic and Behavioral Concerns
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Agape Christian Preschool
03.2014 - 03.2015
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Certified Paraprofessional, Deer Park ISD
- IEPs: Developing High-Quality Individualized Education Programs
- Secondary Transition: Helping Students with Disabilities Plan for Post-High School Settings
- Teaching English Language Learners: Effective Instructional Practices
- The Pre-Referral Process: Procedures for Supporting Students with Academic and Behavioral Concerns
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education (EC-3)
San Jacinto College
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Jacinto College
No Degree - Paraprofessional Certificate
Deer Park ISD
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