Giselle Guizar
San Jose
Summary
Energetic and compassionate childcare professional with 8+ years of experience working with children in educational settings. Skilled in creating safe, fun, and engaging environments while promoting positive behavior, creativity, and social development. Strong communication, supervision, and relationship building skills with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Holy Spirit School
San Jose
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Planned and implemented daily lessons in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and religion for fourth grade students.
- Created a safe and engaging environment that fostered academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Managed classroom of over 25 students using positive behavior management strategies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learners and promote individual success.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, and support staff to monitor progress and address needs.
- Maintained consistent communication with families through conferences and newsletters.
- Organized and supervised educational activities, projects, field trips, and school events.
4th Grade Teacher
KIPP Excelencia Community Prep
Redwood City
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Worked with children 9-10 years of age
- Manage a 28:1 classroom
- Lead planner for ELA
- Plan and implement daily lessons utilizing Wheatley and Eureka curriculum
- Create a learning environment where students of all races, incomes, and abilities are known, respected, and empowered
- Maintain effective classroom management strategies using a culturally responsive classroom approach
- Receive specialized professional development and individualized coaching to grow professionally
- Communicating with parents effectively through messaging, newsletters, and email.
YOUTH INSTRUCTOR
Mt. Pleasant School District
San Jose
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Worked with children 4-10 years of age
- Manage a 20:1 classroom
- Focus on three central components: Monitor homework assignments, Provide enrichment classes, Physical activity and sports programs
- Create and foster a safe environment for children
- Reinforce listening skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence
- Communicate with parents and brief them on their child’s progress.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Evergreen Montessori School
San Jose
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked with children 18 months-4 years of age
- Facilitated practical life skills development through engaging, hands-on activities
- Followed weekly lesson plans; artwork, class work, etc
- Maintained hygiene by changing diapers and promoting cleanliness among children
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and development
- Collaborated with all other staff members in a cooperative manner
- Headed all communication with parents.
Education
M.Ed./ MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
Alder Graduate School of Education
Redwood City, CAB.A. / CHILD & ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT, PREPARATION FOR TEACHING -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CAA.A. / LIBERAL STUDIES, EMPHASIS IN ELEMENTARY TEACHER PREPARATION -
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CASkills
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Curriculum Development
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Family Involvement
- Fluent in Spanish
- Student-Centered Learning
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Holy Spirit School
07.2024 - 06.2026
4th Grade Teacher
KIPP Excelencia Community Prep
07.2021 - 06.2024
YOUTH INSTRUCTOR
Mt. Pleasant School District
09.2018 - 05.2021
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Evergreen Montessori School
01.2017 - 08.2018
M.Ed./ MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
Alder Graduate School of Education
B.A. / CHILD & ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT, PREPARATION FOR TEACHING -
San Jose State University
A.A. / LIBERAL STUDIES, EMPHASIS IN ELEMENTARY TEACHER PREPARATION -
Evergreen Valley College