Victoria Herrera
Colorado Springs
Summary
Experienced teacher with a passion for developing and implementing diverse curricula. Skilled in motivating students through positive reinforcement and interactive instruction. Committed to supporting the emotional, social, and academic growth of young children. Deep understanding of developmental stages and prioritizes the creation of safe and nurturing learning environments. Enthusiastic about integrating education-based strategies with techniques that promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Atlas Preparatory School
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Lead Teacher, Four and Five- Year-olds Classroom
Head Start (Lea County Child And Family Services)
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Coordinated multiple field trips for multiple classes and wrote detailed itineraries for student safety.
- Organized room in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students including small group, whole group, and independent work areas.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Organized and tracked growth and achievements for 12 students, including their literacy, mathematics, and fine/gross motor skills development.
Student Teacher
Hobbs Municipal School District
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff through CPTs and PLCs to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support lesson delivery.
- Designed lessons for (16) students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Tutor
Self Employed
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Tutored 10 students ranging in grade levels from 1st to 5th, to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, math and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying by building self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NMAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NMSkills
- Multimedia instruction
- Safety awareness
- Organizational skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Time management
- Field trip organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Student records management
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (0-8) Credentials - New Mexico Department of Education
- Early Childhood Education (0-8) Credentials - Colorado Department of Education
- First Aid/CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- TEFL Certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Atlas Preparatory School
08.2022 - 12.2024
Student Teacher
Hobbs Municipal School District
01.2022 - 05.2022
Lead Teacher, Four and Five- Year-olds Classroom
Head Start (Lea County Child And Family Services)
01.2021 - 08.2022
Tutor
Self Employed
01.2020 - 01.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Eastern New Mexico University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern New Mexico University
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