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Shaylah Alvarez

Seattle

Summary

I am a knowledgeable ELA classroom teacher with valuable experience in lesson planning, instruction and student engagement. I have successfully implemented lesson plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions using current theoretical practices and frameworks, such as UDL, MTSS, and Culturally Responsive Teaching. I'm passionate about education and I strive to maintain a rigorous and student-centered teaching style that takes all diverse learners into consideration.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Paso Robles Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.

Substitute Teacher

Paso Robles Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Writing Tutor

Writing & Learning Center, Cal Poly
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Lead one-on-one tutoring for any subject in which involves writing; instruction varied by appointment
  • Developed teaching skills, listening skills, and situational flexibility.
  • Increased student confidence in their writing abilities through consistent encouragement and support.

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club, Carpinteria
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Supervised and engaged with youth (ages 5 to 12) in structured activities.
  • Planned and facilitated educational and recreational programs to encourage personal growth and development of social skills.
  • Provided mentorship and positive role modeling, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming space for all participants.
  • Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English; Equity in Education

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
06-2024

Master of Teaching (MAT) - Secondary Education

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05-2026

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Technology integration
  • Utilizing UDL Framework in Lesson Planning
  • Collaborating with teachers & educational specialists

Timeline

Student Teacher

Paso Robles Unified School District
08.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Paso Robles Unified School District
08.2024 - Current

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club, Carpinteria
06.2023 - 09.2023

Writing Tutor

Writing & Learning Center, Cal Poly
01.2023 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English; Equity in Education

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Master of Teaching (MAT) - Secondary Education

San Diego State University

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