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Vanessa Pena

Yoakum,TX

Summary

I am a very passionate and creative teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. I am greatly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. i am successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. I am very committed to long-term success of all students. I am very trustworthy and dependable and do exceptionally well with building relationships that last with all my students.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher- Pre-k

Yoakum Isd
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

Paraprofessional-3rd Grade Special Education

Yoakum Isd
08.2016 - 12.2018
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Bank Teller

First State Bank
01.2010 - 03.2015
  • Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
  • Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
  • Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between the bank and its clients.
  • Counted and packaged currency and coins.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing account inquiries.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in increased client retention and loyalty.

Education

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Teaching

University of Houston-Victoria
12.2023

Associate of Science -

Victoria College
Victoria, Tx
12.2020

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
  • Elementary Education
  • Customer Service
  • Creative Thinking

Timeline

Teacher- Pre-k

Yoakum Isd
08.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional-3rd Grade Special Education

Yoakum Isd
08.2016 - 12.2018

Bank Teller

First State Bank
01.2010 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Teaching

University of Houston-Victoria

Associate of Science -

Victoria College

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