ANAKAREN ORTIZ
Pontiac,Mi
Summary
Motivated professional with several years of experience offering office support in an industry. Energetic and reputable individual possessing strong work ethic, professional demeanor and superb initiative. Exceptional customer service and decision-making skills.
Engaging and patient professional committed to promoting safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Child time
Pontiac, MI
07.2025 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that stimulated student creativity and enhanced learning outcomes.
- Coordinated classroom activities that promoted active participation and built teamwork skills.
- Implemented assessment strategies that effectively measured student progress and understanding.
- Communicated with clients and vendors to facilitate smooth operations.
- Supported onboarding processes by preparing materials for new hires.
- Implemented office procedures to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Responded to customer inquiries about products and services in a timely manner. from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
Pre K Teacher
Goddard School
Rochester Hills , Michigan
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided guidance to help children develop problem-solving skills.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Maintained student attendance and performance records to ensure compliance with school policies.
- Engaged parents through regular communication about their child's progress to strengthen home-school connections.
- Interacted with children to foster a supportive learning environment. on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom.
- Observed children's activities to document their developmental progress.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Developed and implemented hands-on curriculum to foster student interest and enhance learning engagement.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan and execute field trips and special events.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Fill in Lead
Premier Academy
Macomb, Michigan
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Pursued continuing education and advanced training to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Supported and guided colleagues to foster collaboration and teamwork.
Lead Teacher
Heartfelt impression
Lake Orion, Mi
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting learning and personal growth
- Built positive rapport with students, encouraging risk-taking in learning and enhancing engagement
- Facilitated extra-curricular activities, fostering team-building and leadership skills in students
- Promoted critical thinking to help students develop problem-solving skills
- Contacted parents through phone calls and emails to provide updates on student progress
- Built a positive rapport with students to encourage them to take risks in their learning
- Encouraged extra-curricular activities to foster team-building and leadership skills in students
- Reached out to parents via phone and email to discuss student needs and progress
- Identified student needs and collaborated with staff to assess challenges and implement effective solutions
Closer
United shore mortgage company
Pontiac, Michigan
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Acted as liaison between buyers, attorneys and underwriters, facilitating smooth mortgage processes
- Collected and calculated escrows, interest, and reserves for accurate loan setup
- Ensured document compliance with loan terms and conditions for seamless closings
- Organized and managed various documents during closings to ensure accuracy. during closings while maintaining strict organization
- Provided a closing agreement for buyers with necessary documents for client support
- Communicated with other bank employees to gather missing information and quickly process loans
- Monitored in-process loans, identified potential issues, and communicated updates to managers
- Advised customers regarding loans and transactions
- Scheduled and conducted closings of mortgage transactions
- Prepared and typed loan applications, closing documents, legal documents, letters, forms, government notices, and checks using computers
- Calculated, reviewed and corrected errors on interest, principal, payment, and closing costs using computers and calculators
- Provided guidance to customers on loan options and transaction processes
- Coordinated and facilitated mortgage transaction closings to ensure timely completion
Lead Teacher
Premier Academy
Rochester Hills, Michigan
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Maintained open communication with administrators on curriculum implementation and program initiatives to ensure alignment with educational goals.
- Coordinated field trips and extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians to address student progress and behavior, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
- Organized field trips or extracurricular activities for students under their supervision.
Assistant Teacher
Premier Academy
Rochester, Michigan
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Coordinated planning for field trips and special events, enhancing student engagement and learning opportunities.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students.
- Substituted for lead teacher during absences, implementing daily lesson plans.
- Delivered one-on-one support to struggling students during study hall sessions, fostering academic improvement and confidence.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Assisted in planning field trips and special events such as assemblies or performances.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss curriculum and student progress. as requested by the lead teacher.
Education
Associates In Child Development -
Smart horizons
Pontiac, MichiganHigh School Diploma -
Oxford high school
Oxford, MISkills
- Mortgage experience
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Classroom Leadership
- Instructional Coaching
- Classroom Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curricular Planning
- Staff Development
- Record Keeping
- Student Records Management
- Parent Communication
- Team coordination
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Scheduling
- Schedule management
- Task management
- Problem solving
- Cultural Competency
- Peer Mentoring
- Bilingual Communication
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Fast learner
- Scheduling
- Bilingual Communication
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent
- English, Fluent
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Child time
07.2025 - Current
Pre K Teacher
Goddard School
02.2025 - 07.2025
Fill in Lead
Premier Academy
06.2024 - 01.2025
Lead Teacher
Heartfelt impression
09.2022 - 06.2024
Closer
United shore mortgage company
09.2020 - 03.2021
Lead Teacher
Premier Academy
06.2018 - 07.2020
Assistant Teacher
Premier Academy
09.2016 - 07.2018
Associates In Child Development -
Smart horizons
High School Diploma -
Oxford high school