Sylvia Salgado
Wichita
Summary
Passionate early childhood educator with background in fostering supportive and engaging learning environments for young learners. Skilled in developing creative lesson plans that accommodate various learning styles, promoting critical thinking and social skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance curriculum and student experience. Committed to making positive impact on students' early educational journeys by nurturing curiosity, resilience, and a love for learning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
Wichita
05.2017 - Current
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
Third Grade Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
Wichita
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of topics covered in class.
- Incorporated art projects into lessons whenever possible in order to stimulate creativity among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning lessons that addressed state standards for third grade level education.
Paraprofessional
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
Wichita
08.2007 - 12.2013
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Education
MAT ECU - Early Childhood Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2013
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2008
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS05-2006
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaboration skills
- Parent communication
- Positive Learning Environment
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Apple Award
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
05.2017 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
01.2014 - 05.2017
Paraprofessional
USD 259 Wichita Public Schools
08.2007 - 12.2013
MAT ECU - Early Childhood Education
Wichita State University
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Butler Community College
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