ARIELLA BARAJAS
Moreno Valley
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Spanish Student Teacher experienced teaching both in English and Spanish to students of all backgrounds and assets. Nurtured students struggling to learn a foreign language and tailored teaching to best enhance communicative proficiency. Focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Dedicated to assisting students in growing and developing in their communicative proficiency and in their personal lives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Spanish Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
11.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Managed classrooms effectively, establishing clear expectations for behavior and maintaining consistent routines for optimal learning experiences.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Student Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive and interactive activities for student engagement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Academic Peer Mentor
Elena Perez
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension, and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
- Organized workshops and seminars on effective study habits, time management, and stress reduction techniques for students.
- Managed group study sessions for challenging coursework, ensuring that all students had access to additional support when needed.
- Connected struggling students with appropriate campus resources such as tutoring centers or counseling services to promote overall wellbeing.
- Guided first-year students through successful transitions into college life by offering advice on time management skills, academic expectations, and social adjustment.
Peer Mentor
Moreno Valley College
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Assisted mentees in developing effective study habits, leading to improved academic performance.
- Provided personalized support for each mentee, tailoring strategies to address individual needs and challenges.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to ensure seamless integration of first-year experience programs within the broader campus community.
- Organized events and workshops promoting academic skills development, enhancing students'' overall learning experiences.
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Temple Of Miracles International Church
05.2014 - 03.2020
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and collaborative learning experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication about their child''s progress and areas for improvement.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lessons to reinforce core concepts while promoting active learning among students.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, optimize lesson plans, and create interdisciplinary units of study.
Education
Master's of Education - Education
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2024
Teaching Credential - Education
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of California
Riverside, CA06.2023
Associate of Arts - Spanish
Moreno Valley College
Moreno Valley, CA06.2021
High School Diploma -
Vista Del Lago High School
Moreno Valley, CA06.2019
Skills
- Fluent Spanish Speaker
- Online Learning Support
- Community Resources
- Organizational Skills
- Student Records Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time & Classroom Management
- Teaching strategies
- Cultural Awareness & Immersion
- Student Engagement
- Course & Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
Hobbies and Interests
My hobbies and interests include: Activities related to the performing arts such as dance and singing. I have experience in dance and dance events. I also enjoy doing quiet and relaxing activities such as coloring, sewing, and spending time outdoors walking or hiking with those I love.
Timeline
Substitute Spanish Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
11.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Academic Peer Mentor
Elena Perez
09.2022 - 06.2023
Peer Mentor
Moreno Valley College
09.2020 - 06.2021
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Temple Of Miracles International Church
05.2014 - 03.2020
Master's of Education - Education
University of California, Riverside
Teaching Credential - Education
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of California
Associate of Arts - Spanish
Moreno Valley College
High School Diploma -
Vista Del Lago High School