Lori Ramirez
Tucson
Summary
I have been a devoted classroom teacher for over 30 years promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. I have expertise in early education, child development, and collaborative teaching methods. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.1992 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Incorporated Software technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Organized school-wide events to promote literacy awareness and foster a love of reading among students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Education
Masters In Multicultural Education - Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.1992
Skills
- Proficient in Google docs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
Early childhood education
Bilingual endorsement
National Board Certified Teacher
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.1992 - Current
Early childhood education
Bilingual endorsement
NBCT certification
Reading Endorsement
Masters In Multicultural Education - Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
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