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Alexa Del Palacio

El Paso,TX

Summary

Personable and dedicated professional with strong communication and classroom management skills. Possesses solid understanding of educational practices and adept at implementing lesson plans and engaging students. Committed to fostering positive and productive learning environment for all students. Offering background in child development and education, eager to learn and grow in teaching environment. Brings foundational understanding of classroom dynamics and ability to quickly adapt to varying educational needs. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology. Additionally, equipped with strong problem-solving abilities willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Passionate educator with in-depth approach to learning. Successfully leverages wide range of instructional approaches. My main goal is successfully assist students achieve academic goals. As well as, life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Canutillo Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Server Shift Leader

Applebee's Grill + Bar
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Oversaw dozens of daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Trained and guided over 20 team members at a time to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control and vault monitoring.
  • Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.

Camp Counselor

Camp Everyone Talks
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.

Assistant

Region 19
01.2018 - 06.2018
    • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
    • Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
    • Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
    • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies: Concentration in Education

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
01.2021 - 05.2025

High School Diploma -

El Paso Community College
07.2021

Associate of Science - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies

El Paso Community College
12.2020

Skills

  • Follows State Guidelines
  • Microsoft Office
  • Bilingual
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Multi-subject instruction
  • Artistic expression
  • STEM curriculum
  • Classroom management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building and management
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom organization
  • Safety awareness
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior modeling
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Elementary education
  • Activity management
  • Discipline
  • Physical education instruction
  • Lecturing and teaching
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Staff collaboration
  • Creative thinking
  • Organization and planning
  • Decision-making
  • Excellent communication

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Canutillo Independent School District
08.2024 - Current

Server Shift Leader

Applebee's Grill + Bar
05.2021 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies: Concentration in Education

The University of Texas At El Paso
01.2021 - 05.2025

Camp Counselor

Camp Everyone Talks
06.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant

Region 19
01.2018 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

El Paso Community College

Associate of Science - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies

El Paso Community College
Alexa Del Palacio