Rowena Balucas
Wellington ,63_305
Summary
Skilled Teacher with a proven track record at the Department Of Education and Ramon United Methodist School, excelling in classroom management and critical thinking. Enhanced student engagement and literacy through innovative teaching methods, achieving significant improvements in student outcomes. Expert in lesson planning and motivating students, fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Department Of Education
08.2017 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Teacher
Department Of Education
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Kindergarten Volunteer Teacher
Department Of Education
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided one-on-one support for children who needed additional help, resulting in improved understanding of key concepts.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members to create a supportive educational community.
- Maintained open communication channels with parents on their child''s progression through newsletters or other means of communication available at school level like emails or phone calls.
- Assisted in organizing field trips that broadened children''s exposure to real-world experiences outside the classroom environment.
- Prepared visual aids that enhanced comprehension of new concepts during lessons presentations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in early childhood education, bringing new ideas and strategies back to the classroom setting.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, sharing student progress and discussing strategies for continued success at home.
- Promoted positive behavior among students by modeling kindness, patience, and respect.
- Encouraged teamwork amongst children during group activities promoting essential interpersonal skills like listening to others or sharing resources.
- Set up learning centers focused on various subjects such as science, math, art, or literature to encourage exploration and curiosity in young students.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to develop engaging activities that fostered social and emotional growth.
- Assisted with classroom management, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all students.
- Contributed to creating a nurturing atmosphere where students felt comfortable expressing their thoughts openly during group discussions or class projects.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences designed to improve fine motor skills and coordination in young children.
- Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
Teacher
Ramon United Methodist School
06.2008 - 03.2012
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Education
Bachelor In Elementary Education -
Philippine Normal University
Aurora, Alicia, Isabela 03.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Child Development
Timeline
Teacher
Department Of Education
08.2017 - Current
Teacher
Department Of Education
06.2014 - 08.2017
Kindergarten Volunteer Teacher
Department Of Education
06.2012 - 04.2014
Teacher
Ramon United Methodist School
06.2008 - 03.2012
Bachelor In Elementary Education -
Philippine Normal University
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