I have worked as an ESL teacher with a focus on Language Arts (elementary/pre-school) and Literature (middle school/high school). I have also provided support in different subject areas for all grade levels, done in-class support, and co-taught classes. I currently work one on one with an elementary student as an inclusive assistant. As a Special Education teacher, I teach a little bit of everything and anything each year, and so my store reflects that. I always have to use new materials, read new books, change my teaching style, and more...and I love it!
My classroom is a space where mistakes are expected and welcomed, and where a strong sense of community allows my students to grow and have deep learning experiences. My teaching experience allows me to work with a variety of students. I believe in differentiated instruction for each student, whether they have special needs or not. I believe that each and every student benefits from different teaching styles so activities in my classroom are always varied. I believe that a strong connection with students leads to better learning. When each student feels important and cared for, they have better relationships and better learning opportunities. I have a strong rapport with each of my students, and I believe this is a very important piece of education. I strive to implement technology in my classroom because I believe that our modern society demands that students have technological skills to succeed. I believe in working with a curriculum and set standards, but also in implementing lessons and activities that prepare students to be critical thinkers and problem solvers.
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Bachelor of Science in Education with an Emphasis on Special Education, Universidad de Costa Rica. Associate’s Degree in Assisted Animal Therapy, Universidad La Salle.
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PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Numbers, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, Other (Specialty), Life Skills, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Character Education, Writing, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Autumn, Halloween, Valentine's Day, For All Subjects, Occupational Therapy, Handwriting, For Administrators, Coaching, End of Year, Phonics, Classroom Community