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Arlene Magallanes

Humble,TX

Summary

Dedicated Science Teacher teaching general science, earth science, physics and physiology concepts to pupils. Plans and delivers science program that includes demonstrations, lectures, discussion and student experiments to develop language, logic and problem-solving skills in classroom. Uses variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources to support instructional goals and student needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6-8th Grade Science Teacher

Baker Ripley Community Schools
07.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies
  • Supervised test taking and graded papers
  • Created a positive and engaging environment in the classroom
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each student
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Increased student interest in science by incorporating hands-on experiments and group activities.

Reading Interventionist & 3rd Grade Team Lead

IDEA Harlingen Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies
  • Supervised test taking and graded papers
  • Created a positive and engaging environment in the classroom that encouraged literacy skills
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each student
  • Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals
  • Supervised small reading groups of students
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.

Academy Reading and Math Interventionist & 1st Grade Team Lead

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Teach Critical Student Intervention consisting of students that are academically at risk in reading and math to include students in general education, 504, Response to Intervention, Special Education, and English Language Learners
  • Work closely with general education teachers
  • Submit weekly lesson plans
  • Communicate students' progress with student and family on a weekly basis
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network
  • Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students
  • Tailored education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.

PK Teacher & PK Team Lead

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.

PK Paraprofessional

Wilson Elementary HCISD
09.2014 - 05.2017
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
  • Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional, and social growth
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
  • Created, prepared, and executed plans for activities and lessons daily
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.

Waitress

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2014 - 09.2014
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables
  • Suggested appropriate food and drink pairings to increase per-ticket sales
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.

Sales Associate

Maurice’s
04.2014 - 06.2014
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue
  • Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.

Education

Core EC-6 Teacher Certification -

Excellence in Teaching
Weslaco, TX
05.2019

Bachelor of Science | Biology -

The University of Texas At Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
05.2014

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Teaching/Training
  • Data Analysis
  • Enthusiasm
  • Time Management
  • Flexible
  • Critical thinking

Accomplishments

4 years awarded Advanced High Performing Teacher

Certification

  • Classroom Teacher, Core EC - 6, 6/6/19, 10/31/24
  • Food Handler Certificate, 7/18/2023, 7/17/2026
  • TABC Seller Certification, 7/18/2023, 7/18/2025
  • 1st Degree DAN Blackbelt in Taekwondo, November 2019

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

6-8th Grade Science Teacher

Baker Ripley Community Schools
07.2023 - Current

Reading Interventionist & 3rd Grade Team Lead

IDEA Harlingen Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023

Academy Reading and Math Interventionist & 1st Grade Team Lead

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021

PK Teacher & PK Team Lead

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019

PK Paraprofessional

Wilson Elementary HCISD
09.2014 - 05.2017

Sales Associate

Maurice’s
04.2014 - 06.2014

Waitress

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2014 - 09.2014

Core EC-6 Teacher Certification -

Excellence in Teaching

Bachelor of Science | Biology -

The University of Texas At Brownsville
Arlene Magallanes