Isela Velasquez
Manassas
Summary
Future educator dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating, and learning-focused classroom environments.
Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in kindergarten classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning, and individual student mentoring approaches.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teacher assistant position.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Ellis Elementary School
Manassas, VA
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Explained class material to children under supervision from teacher.
- Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration and behavioral enforcement.
- Pursued every opportunity to grow abilities and take on increasing responsibility.
- Took detailed notes during teacher observations, noting teaching methods and gaining deep understanding of techniques
- Provided constructive feedback to students, helping them set goals for improvement in their academic performance.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address diverse learning needs and enhance comprehension.
School Board Campaign Intern
Diana Brown
Manassas, VA
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Fostered positive relationships with other campaigns, community leaders, and stakeholders through networking events.
- Collaborated with team members for effective event planning and execution.
- Assisted in organizing fundraisers for successful campaign financing.
- Supported voter registration drives, increasing potential voter engagement for campaign.
- Enhanced voter engagement through door-to-door canvassing.
- Improved voter outreach effectiveness by training volunteers on canvassing techniques.
- Attended multiple events and created connections
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Ellis Elementary School
Manassas, VA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Explained class material to children under supervision from teacher.
- Pursued every opportunity to grow abilities and take on increasing responsibility.
- Nurtured a positive learning environment by fostering respect, empathy, and collaboration among students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Observed student interactions
- Small group instruction
- Observed classroom management
Parents as Education Partners Volunteer/ Childcare
Metz Middle School
Manassas, VA
09.2022 - 2025
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Helped children with homework assignments.
- Assisted in developing children's fine motor skills through arts and crafts projects.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences/ Teacher Ed / General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Manassas12-2025
High School Diploma -
Osbourn High School
Manassas VA05-2022
Skills
- Child safety
- Sanitization
- Positive reinforcement
- Child safety awareness
- Toilet training assistance
- Arts and crafts
- Self-care encouragement
- Friendly and respectful
- Caring and responsible
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Organizational skills
- Child supervision
- Observing and monitoring behavior
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Cooking
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Music
- Volunteering
- Live music
- Crafting
Timeline
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Ellis Elementary School
10.2025 - 11.2025
School Board Campaign Intern
Diana Brown
04.2024 - 11.2024
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Ellis Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Parents as Education Partners Volunteer/ Childcare
Metz Middle School
09.2022 - 2025
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences/ Teacher Ed / General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Osbourn High School