Yashmina Alvarez
Revere
Summary
Certified pre-school teacher and former elementary school teacher with experience teaching children Pre-K-through 6th grade and bilingual (Spanish and English). Known for superior communication skills with children, parents and staff. Also known for skillful creativity, inspirational and motivational approach to education. Accomplished Lead Teacher with degree in Special Education . Skilled at creating stimulating learning environments. Excellent attention to detail and decision-making abilities. Results-focused educator teaches solid study habits from day one. Proactive and caring worker with 10 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level . Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Community Action Of Somerville
08.2018 - Current
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Planned and prepared activities for [age] students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Strengthened communication skills among students through structured group activities and peer review sessions.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Pine Village Preschools
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Planned and implemented a developmentally appropriate emergent curriculum for young children
- Development activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children program
- Implemented positive discipline technique in the classroom.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Teacher
Community Action Agency of Somerville Head Start
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Promoted activities that support intellectual and all-round development of growing children, ages 3-5
- Planned weekly lesson with an instructional approach
- Emphasized instructional and developmental activities that develop better understanding in early childhood.
Teacher
SPELL Program
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Developed appropriate curriculum and programs, keeping in mind students' levels and goals
- Designed creative and didactic programs that are both educational and enjoyable
- Guided students who faced difficulties in their studies.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Education
BBA - Special Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazan
Tegucigalpa , Honduras 07.2000
No Degree - Education
Escuela Normal Mixta
Tegucigalpa, Honduras 11.1995
Skills
Spanish speaker
Driver License
Certifications/Licenses
Lead Teacher and Teacher, Early Education #9652151
Documentation and Record Keeping
Safety Precautions
Nutrition and Health
Lesson Planning
Creative Teaching Strategies
Outdoor Play Supervision
Key decision making
Compliance understanding
Early Childhood Education
Special Needs Support
Classroom Management
Classroom Organization
Positive Reinforcement
Social Skills Development
Activity Planning
Curriculum Planning
Bilingual in [Spanish]
Bilingual in Portuguese
Head Start programs
Organizational and Planning Skills
Problem-Solving
Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Child CPR and First Aid
Creative Thinking
Decision-Making
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Computer Proficiency
Data Entry
Personal Information
Title: Preschool Lead Teacher
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Community Action Of Somerville
08.2018 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Pine Village Preschools
09.2015 - 07.2018
Teacher
Community Action Agency of Somerville Head Start
08.2014 - 06.2015
Teacher
SPELL Program
06.2014 - 08.2014
BBA - Special Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazan
No Degree - Education
Escuela Normal Mixta
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