Yazmin Espinoza
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Los Angeles,CA
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated and enthusiastic educator with a strong background in working with children and youth across diverse environments. Passionate about fostering student empowerment, advocating for their voices, and instilling a belief in their capacity to enact positive change in the community. Skilled at building meaningful relationships with students, resolving complex problems, and maintaining a positive, and inclusive learning environment. Committed to cultivating an engaging classroom that inspires curiosity, continuous learning and personal growth.
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
3 Years 5 Months- Implemented lesson plans and maintained classroom routines to foster a productive and organized learning environment.
- Formulated and delivered lesson plans across K-5 classrooms, when no plans were provided, to ensure consistent learning experiences and maintain student engagement.
- Managed long-term elementary assignments; oversaw opening and closing school-year logistics, student assessments, targeted interventions, and grading cycles.
Student Teacher, Grade 2
3 Months- Designed and executed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, addressing diverse student needs for enhanced engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher to develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and provide targeted small group instruction.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, emphasizing positive reinforcement to ensure a respectful and productive learning environment.
Teacher Assistant, TK-2
4 Years 4 Months- Delivered targeted small group and one-on-one instruction to support student learning objectives.
- Supported teachers with progress monitoring by collecting and recording student data.
- Supervised groups of 25-30 students in playground and cafeteria settings to ensure a safe environment.
Education
Multiple Subject Credential
- GPA 4.0
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
- Graduated magna cum laude
Skills
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Special Education Support
Technology Integration
Active Listening
Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Student Teacher, Grade 2
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
02.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Teacher Assistant, TK-2
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
01.2019 - 05.2023Read More
California State University, Los Angeles
Multiple Subject Credential
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University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts from Spanish
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