Vanessa E. Macias
Rialto,CA
Summary
I am a motivated teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values. I have great multitasking skills and a strong devotion to student success. I'm knowledgeable about diverse instructional strategies and technology integration options to enhance classroom environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Etiwanda School District
Fontana, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Teacher
Project Think
Claremont, CA
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Build and strengthen positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepare and maintain classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Manage student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encourage student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Supervise students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Differentiate instruction according to student skill level.
- Engage students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
FC Associate I
Amazon Fulfillment Center
San Bernardino, CA
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Responsible for providing excellent customer service, performing my work task in a fast paste/timely matter, working well with others, and adapt to different environments.
Customer Service Associate
Lowe’s Home Improvement
Moreno Valley, CA
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Responsible for cashiering, handling large amounts of currency, providing excellent customer service, multi-tasking, answering multi-line phones, adapting to different departments.
Customer Service Representative
Ross Dress for Less
Fontana, CA
02.2009 - 07.2013
- Responsible for opening and closing of the store, front-end supervisor, answering multi-line phones, providing excellent customer service, returns, exchanges, recovering the store, cashier, handling large amounts of currency
- Also responsible for receiving, processing merchandise, stocking shelves, floors, and racks, separating merchandise in a high paced environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
University of La Verne
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
University of La Verne
05.2021
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Chaffey College
05.2019
High School Diploma - General Studies
Rialto High School
05.2005
Skills
- OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of FERPA and Mandated Laws
- Group Teaching Ability
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Lesson Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Learning Assessments
- Relationship Building
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Learning Modalities
- Schedule Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Lesson Plan Development
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom Oversight
- Safety Procedures
- Discipline and Feedback
- Student Engagement
- Test Administration
- Core Curriculum and Standards
- Creative Instruction Style
- Program Design
- Microsoft Office
- Reporting Requirements
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Data Analysis
- Test Proctoring
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Instructional Design
- SMART Board
- Creative and Resourceful
- Positive Learning Environment
- Social Development
- Google Classroom
- Group Learning Mechanics
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Documentation and Reporting
Timeline
Teacher
Etiwanda School District
07.2023 - Current
Teacher
Project Think
06.2023 - 07.2023
FC Associate I
Amazon Fulfillment Center
08.2015 - 04.2019
Customer Service Associate
Lowe’s Home Improvement
07.2013 - 08.2015
Customer Service Representative
Ross Dress for Less
02.2009 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
University of La Verne
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Chaffey College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Rialto High School
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