Valerie Musumeci
Salinas,CA
Summary
Seasoned Classroom Teacher with background in creating engaging lesson plans adhering to curriculum guidelines. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to manage classroom effectively and foster positive learning environment. Demonstrated impact in previous roles by incorporating innovative teaching methods to improve student understanding and achievements.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Salinas City Elementary School District
Salinas, CA
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress towards goals.
- Utilized technology as an effective tool for enhancing instruction.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Implemented strategies for differentiating instruction based on student abilities.
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
Classroom Teacher
Aromas San Juan Unified School District
Aromas, CA
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Worked with parents, administrators, and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Gave quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Coached English Language Learners in developing their speaking proficiency in English.
- Instructed students on proper grammar usage, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing skills, and other language arts topics.
Substitute Teacher
Aromas San Juan Unified school district
Aromas, CA
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
- Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
Education
Teaching Certification - Preliminary Teacher
CalstateTEACH
Fresno, CA03-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University Monterey Bay
Salinas, CA06-2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA12-2019
High School Diploma -
Soaring Eagles Christian Academy
Salinas, CA12-2016
Skills
- Skills Development
- Student Development
- Grading protocols
- Standardized tests
- Activity Coordination
- Multimedia integration
- Literacy strategies
- Payment Collection
- Merchandise Restocking
- Customer Service
- Product Knowledge
- Product Recommendations
- Positive and professional
- Check processing
Accomplishments
- RICA 1, 2, and 3 passed
- CALTPAs passed
Certification
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential: Term Preliminary: Document Number 240257298
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Salinas City Elementary School District
08.2023 - 07.2024
Classroom Teacher
Aromas San Juan Unified School District
10.2022 - 07.2023
Substitute Teacher
Aromas San Juan Unified school district
08.2022 - 10.2022
Teaching Certification - Preliminary Teacher
CalstateTEACH
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University Monterey Bay
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hartnell College
High School Diploma -
Soaring Eagles Christian Academy
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential: Term Preliminary: Document Number 240257298
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