Alma Cruz
Houston,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing curriculum that covers diverse classroom environments. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong digital skills that will help them throughout their education. Organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher & Instructional Technologist
Houston ISD
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating multimedia tools and educational software into instructional materials.
- Collaborated with faculty members to design and implement technology-enhanced learning activities, resulting in enriched classroom experiences.
- Assisted instructors in creating interactive online courses using Learning Management Systems, increasing course accessibility for remote students.
- Coordinated school-wide initiatives in promoting digital citizenship among students and staff members, fostering responsible use of technology.
Teacher
Amigos Por Vida Charter School
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2012
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Houston, TX06.2001
Skills
- Instructional design
- Driving technology
- Data analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Active Listener
- Positive Attitude
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Taking Initiative
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher & Instructional Technologist
Houston ISD
08.2015 - Current
Teacher
Amigos Por Vida Charter School
08.2012 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute