Valorie Perez
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Proven educator with Edmonton Public Schools, adept in Classroom Management and Literacy Education, enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods. Excelled in collaborative teamwork and parent-teacher communication, significantly fostering academic and emotional growth. Achieved notable improvements in student outcomes by implementing differentiated instruction and special needs support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 1 Teacher
Elizabeth Finch School
09.2022 - Current
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided whole group instruction, small group intervention and one-on-one support for students, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assessed student performance using various formative and summative assessment tools, guiding future instruction based on data analysis.
Interventionist
Elizabeth Finch School
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
Grade 3 Teacher
Elizabeth Finch School
09.2014 - 06.2021
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established a positive classroom culture by promoting respect, responsibility, and mutual support among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication and collaboration for academic success.
- Designed assessments that aligned with instructional objectives, ensuring accurate measurement of student learning outcomes.
Grade 4 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with school staff, specialists and parents to address the individual needs of each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved student engagement by utilizing interactive classroom activities and hands-on learning experiences.
Grade 3 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Designed assessments that aligned with instructional objectives, ensuring accurate measurement of student learning outcomes.
- Increased student engagement through the use of interactive whiteboards, tablets, and other multimedia tools in lessons.
- Established a positive classroom culture by promoting respect, responsibility, and mutual support among students.
Grade 2 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
12.1999 - 06.2012
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Served as a mentor teacher for student teachers, offering guidance and support throughout their practicum experiences.
- Led professional development workshops on innovative teaching practices for fellow educators at district-wide events.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Edmonton Public Schools
09.1999 - 12.1999
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Teacher Intern
Edmonton Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.1999
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with clear expectations, consistent discipline, and effective classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced student understanding by implementing creative activities and interactive teaching methods.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to modify lesson plans based on student assessment results, maximizing learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Intercultural Education
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.1994
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Special Needs Support
- Literacy Education
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
Accomplishments
- Mentor teacher to multiple student teachers from University of Alberta and Concordia University at the beginner and advanced level of practicum
- Experience with leveled literacy instruction and data collection to guide practice
- Expertise with Fountas & Pinnell literacy benchmarking
- Extensive experience with English as an Additional Language benchmarking, primarily from the K-9 level
- Division leader in learning loss generated data and interpretation to guide intervention and instruction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Grade 1 Teacher
Elizabeth Finch School
09.2022 - Current
Interventionist
Elizabeth Finch School
11.2021 - 06.2022
Grade 3 Teacher
Elizabeth Finch School
09.2014 - 06.2021
Grade 4 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
09.2012 - 06.2014
Grade 3 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
09.2010 - 06.2012
Grade 2 Teacher
Mee-Yah-Noh School
12.1999 - 06.2012
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Edmonton Public Schools
09.1999 - 12.1999
Teacher Intern
Edmonton Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Education - Intercultural Education
University of Alberta
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