VICTORIA ZAVALA
Guadalupe,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader and effective communicator with extensive experience as a Site Supervisor/Lead Teacher at Santa Barbara County of Education. Excelled in team supervision, fostering safety, and enhancing classroom management. Proven track record in mentoring staff and boosting student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Fluent in Spanish, adept at building strong parent relationships and promoting inclusive learning environments.
Creative Teacher with over years of experience in teaching children within school environments. Highly adept in designing lessons and activities that promote social, physical and intellectual growth. Skilled in all aspects of classroom management. including establishing rules, managing behavior, maintaining students
attention and creating a positive climate for Learning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Supervisor/Lead Teacher
Santa Barbara County of Education
04.2019 - Current
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
Head Start Lead Teacher
Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County
07.1998 - 03.2019
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
- Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Boosted student motivation with engaging activities and personalized feedback, promoting self-directed learning habits.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA05-2003
Skills
- Team supervision
- Communiction
- Site safety
- Problem Solver
- Classroom Management
- Parent relationship
- Team player
- Fluent in spanish
Timeline
Site Supervisor/Lead Teacher
Santa Barbara County of Education
04.2019 - Current
Head Start Lead Teacher
Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County
07.1998 - 03.2019
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Allan Hancock College
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