Learning is about what the student accomplishes and how they get there. It is my job as a teacher to use any resource possible to make sure that each and every student accomplishes our educational objectives. I have a strong passion to educate young minds and to help them blossom into well- rounded, responsible, and successful individuals. I have had wonderful opportunities to teach diverse groups of students, including those with learning difficulties, and those whose second language is English. As a result, I have become proficient at designing creative and stimulating lesson plans which accommodate multiple intelligences, bring a hands-on approach to learning, and keep students interested and focused. My greatest strengths include inspiring and motivating students. I actively engage their eager minds by incorporating a variety of manipulatives, enjoyable activities, and cooperative learning projects. In addition, I tailor my lesson plans to meet the individual needs of my students and their diverse interests, as well as demonstrate direct connections between the classroom and everyday life. Furthermore, I emphasize the importance of parent- home communication to promote participation in the educational process, reinforce education at home, and boost students’ self-confidence and self- esteem.Specialties: Able to communicate in Spanish (conversational, not fluent)