Mary Joy Balcácer

Led and facilitated a vibrant and structured learning environment for second-grade students in a bilingual academic setting. Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans aligned with national and international standards, promoting language development, cultural awareness, and interdisciplinary connections.

• Delivered engaging instruction in English across all core subjects, incorporating project-based learning, technology integration, and hands-on activities to foster active student participation.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning needs, including English Language Learners and students with varying academic abilities.
• Encouraged the development of social-emotional skills and collaborative work through structured classroom routines and inclusive practices.
• Designed and administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and guide instructional decision-making.
• Maintained clear and consistent communication with parents and guardians through digital platforms, regular reports, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Collaborated with grade-level teams to align curriculum objectives and contribute to school-wide initiatives.
• Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary units, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
• Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and remain informed on current educational practices.

This position enhanced my ability to design student-centered instruction, cultivate a positive classroom climate, and support the holistic development of young learners.

• Maintained open lines of communication with families through regular conferences, newsletters, phone calls, and emails.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster an open and supportive school community.
• Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, monitoring individual growth and providing feedback for improvement.
• Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

• Lead and facilitate a dynamic and engaging learning environment for third-grade students in a demanding bilingual school setting.
• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with both national and international standards, integrating language proficiency and cultural awareness.
• Deliver instruction in both English and [specific second language] to foster language acquisition and fluency, utilizing diverse teaching methodologies to accommodate varied learning styles.
• Tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with learning differences and English Language Learners (ELLs), through individualized support and differentiated learning activities.
• Establish and maintain a positive and structured classroom environment conducive to learning, utilizing proactive strategies to address behavioral challenges and promote student accountability.
• Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions, providing timely feedback to students and parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders to support student success, participating in team meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.
• Engage in continuous professional growth and learning, attending workshops, conferences, and training sessions to enhance teaching practices and stay abreast of current educational trends.
• Foster a culturally responsive classroom environment that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity, incorporating multicultural perspectives into the curriculum and fostering mutual respect among students.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in both written and verbal forms, maintaining open and transparent communication with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues to ensure a collaborative and supportive learning community.

• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

• Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups Help teachers with record keeping, such as tracking attendance and calculating grades
• Enforce school and class rules to help teach students proper behavior.
• Help teachers prepare for lessons by getting materials ready or setting up equipment, such as computers.
• Help supervise students in class, between classes, during lunch and recess, and on field trips.
• Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
• Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
• Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
• Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.

• Open and maintain customer accounts by recording account information.
• Resolve product or service problems by not only clarifying the customer's complaint, but also by determining the cause of the problem and by selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem.
• Recommend potential products or services to management by collecting customer information and analyzing customer needs.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Manage large amounts of incoming calls Identify and assess customers' needs to achieve satisfaction.
• Provide accurate, valid and complete information by using the right methods/tools Go the extra mile to engage customers.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

• Nurturing and developing their interests in age-appropriate subjects
• Encourage social interactions and foster a creative learning environment.
• Provide young children with learning foundations in basic subjects (learning letters and numbers).
• Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.