Juanita Carriedo Velasco
Oceanside
Summary
Compassionate educator skilled in project-based learning and fostering collaborative environments. Adept at enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking through interdisciplinary lesson plans. Committed to individualized instruction and maintaining strong parent communication, ensuring all students thrive academically and socially.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
6th/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Humphreys Middle School/ DoDea
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Utilized various teaching methods such as group projects, debates, presentations, and multimedia resources to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units of study, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills across subject areas.
6th/7th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Vista Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced important concepts across multiple subjects.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
1st Grade Teacher
Bardin Elementary
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Oasis Elementary School
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Mentored struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of challenging concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary units for a more comprehensive educational experience across subject areas.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to encourage critical thinking skills and real-world problem-solving abilities among students.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating diverse literature selections and engaging reading activities.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, offering specific suggestions for improvement while celebrating successes along the way.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other pertinent information to ensure effective communication among all stakeholders within the school community.
Education
No Degree - Online Course Work
Idaho State University
Pocatello, IDNo Degree - Credentialing Program
Brandman University
99 Pacific Street, Ste 375-B, Monterey, CA 9394005-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies With A Minor in Human Development
California State University Monterey Bay
100 Campus Ctr., Seaside Ca 9395506-2011
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Literary analysis
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Classroom management
- Lesson plan implementation
- Individualized instruction
- Team collaboration
- Student evaluations
- Hands-on learning
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Technology integration
- Parent and guardian communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
6th/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Humphreys Middle School/ DoDea
08.2024 - 11.2024
6th/7th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2024
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Vista Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts
08.2015 - 06.2019
1st Grade Teacher
Bardin Elementary
08.2012 - 06.2015
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Oasis Elementary School
08.2011 - 06.2012
No Degree - Online Course Work
Idaho State University
No Degree - Credentialing Program
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies With A Minor in Human Development
California State University Monterey Bay
Similar Profiles
Ji LimmerJi Limmer
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Middle School at Humphreys Middle School, Camp HumphreysLong-Term Substitute Teacher, Middle School at Humphreys Middle School, Camp Humphreys
Jeannine NixonJeannine Nixon
SIS Aide/Para Substitute at DODEA Schools (Humphreys West ES)SIS Aide/Para Substitute at DODEA Schools (Humphreys West ES)
Erica BelleErica Belle
Long-Term Substitute English Teacher at Charles F Bolden Elementary Middle School (DoDEA)Long-Term Substitute English Teacher at Charles F Bolden Elementary Middle School (DoDEA)