Stephanie Alvarado
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Creative Elementary Teacher develops hands-on curriculum in alignment with diverse learning styles and abilities. Flexible and resourceful with expertise adapting to changing trends and needs. Promotes intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Paramount Unified School District
South Gate, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Elementary Teacher
Aloha Health Medical Academy
Lakewood, CA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Delivered educational after-school activities for groups of students to improve learning potential outside of classroom.
- Implemented classroom procedures and routines that support student learning.
Elementary Teacher
Leal Elementary School
Cerritos, CA
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Participated in professional development workshops during academic school year and summer.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
Elementary Teacher
Kennedy STEM Academy
Artesia, CA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Embraced and actively promoted inclusive and equitable learning environment.
Student Assistant
Isabel Patterson Child Development Center
Long Beach, CA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout the classroom environment.
- Prepared and edited portfolios for students that were based on three main skills: Social/emotional development, physical development, and cognitive development each semester.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
Cerritos, CA
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Maintained positive work ethic and commitment to providing excellent service to improve operations efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs, recommend products and solve after-sale issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2020
Multiple Subject Credential -
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2020
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Science
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA12.2014
Supplementary Authorization in English -
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Class Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teacher Collaboration
- Creative and Resourceful
- Compliance standards
- Multitasking ability
- Relationship Building
- Parental communication
- Multimedia Instruction
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Paramount Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Aloha Health Medical Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher
Leal Elementary School
06.2022 - 07.2022
Elementary Teacher
Kennedy STEM Academy
09.2021 - 06.2022
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
05.2017 - 09.2021
Student Assistant
Isabel Patterson Child Development Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - Education
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Long Beach
Multiple Subject Credential -
California State University - Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Science
Cerritos College
Supplementary Authorization in English -
California State University - Long Beach
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