Zaira Sorto
Dallas
Summary
Strong educator with a proven track record at Casa View Elementary, I help students development through hands-on learning and strong interpersonal skills. Recognized for enhancing student self-esteem and building positive relationships with families. Bilingual and committed to creating engaging lesson plans that support learning needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED Teacher Assistant
Casa View Elementary
Dallas
12.2024 - Current
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure appropriate educational services for students with special needs.
- Provided individual support to students with special needs or disabilities.
Infant Teacher
Primrose At Klyde Warren Park
Dallas
04.2021 - 10.2024
- Implemented daily activities that supported children's emotional, social, and intellectual development
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on educational trends
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure a clean and safe classroom environment
- Encouraged positive behavior through the implementation of classroom management techniques
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
Teacher
Town East Learning Center
Mesquite
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Prepared engaging lectures to help students explore foundational and advanced topics
- Assessed student performance and diversified approaches to meet individual student needs
- Assigned classwork and homework to enhance student understanding and study habits
- Represented school and department at required staff meetings, workshops and school functions
Sales Lead Keyholder
Dollar General
Irving
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with the marketing team to showcase in-store promotions effectively
- Coordinated with other team members to ensure smooth operation during peak hours
- Organized back-stock items and ensured the sales floor was fully stocked
- Assisted customers in finding and selecting products based on their needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
Irving, TXSkills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Outdoor Activities
- Parent and Guardian Relations
- Multitasking
- Teaching
- Daily Schedule Creation
- Activity Planning
- Strong Work
- Active Listening
- Hands-on learning
- Child Development
- Safety Monitoring
- Management
- Teaching Techniques
- Patience
- Bilingual
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Punctuality
Certification
Educational aide
12/2024- 12/2016
Timeline
SPED Teacher Assistant
Casa View Elementary
12.2024 - Current
Infant Teacher
Primrose At Klyde Warren Park
04.2021 - 10.2024
Teacher
Town East Learning Center
12.2019 - 03.2021
Sales Lead Keyholder
Dollar General
12.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School