Stella Cardona
Lago Vista,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Assistant Teacher with a proven track record at Guidepost Montessori, skilled in individualized instruction and fostering positive relationships. Adept at enhancing student engagement through proactive behavior modification and effective communication, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes academic success. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Acres Grove Nature School
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student arrival and dismissal.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count logs, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Completed daily reports, meal count logs, and attendance logs.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student arrival and dismissal.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student performances and identify areas for improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Austin Community College
Austin, TXElementary Education
NYOS Charter School
Austin, TX01-2027
Skills
- Oral communication
- Learning support
- Instructional support
- Individualized instruction
- Student and faculty communication
- Safety and supervision
- Multitasking
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Positive learning environment
- Organizational skills
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Acres Grove Nature School
07.2024 - 07.2025
Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori
09.2023 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher
Child Care Careers
05.2022 - 09.2023
No Degree - Elementary Education
Austin Community College
Elementary Education
NYOS Charter School
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