Alma Espiritu
North Hills
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Our Lady of Peace School, specializing in early childhood education and classroom management. Skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering positive relationships, I designed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student creativity and development, ensuring a nurturing environment for all learners. Bilingual and CPR certified.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
08.2020 - 10.2025
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences that promoted social and emotional development among preschool children.
- Implemented individualized lesson plans to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and share best practices for effective teaching strategies.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods as needed.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's development, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment to support safe play and learning.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address parental concerns.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure and healthy classroom environment for all students.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Art Teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Designed interactive art lessons that fostered creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Facilitated student-led art exhibitions to showcase individual and collaborative projects.
- Integrated art history into lessons to enhance students' understanding of cultural contexts.
- Organized community art events, encouraging student participation and local engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior, promoting a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Created a resource library of art techniques and materials for student reference.
- Provided individualized support to students with differing abilities and learning styles.
- Promoted environmental awareness through sustainable art projects using recycled materials.
- Trained student assistants in art room management and project setup.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
Teacher Assistant
Our Lady of Peace School
03.2015 - 06.2020
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to implement individualized instruction for diverse learning needs.
- Engaged with students during group activities, encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
- Conducted small group sessions to reinforce lesson concepts and improve understanding.
- Organized classroom supplies and materials, ensuring efficient operation of daily activities.
- Participated in school events and activities, fostering a sense of community.
- Facilitated classroom transitions, ensuring smooth movement between activities.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Education
High School Diploma - Child Development
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CAHigh School Diploma -
James Monroe High School
North Hills, CASkills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity planning
- Training in food handling preparation
- Bilingual in language
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Daycare management
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Parent communication
- Excellent classroom management
- Calm and patient
- Play-based learning approaches
- Child CPR and first aid
- Play-based learning
- Relationship building
- Numbers and alphabet lessons
- Parent-teacher conferences
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
08.2020 - 10.2025
Art Teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
01.2020 - 06.2020
Teacher Assistant
Our Lady of Peace School
03.2015 - 06.2020
High School Diploma - Child Development
Los Angeles Mission College
High School Diploma -
James Monroe High School