Brenda Montemayor
Alamo,Tx
Summary
Dynamic substitute teacher with a proven record in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in lesson plan implementation and fostering positive relationships, ensuring a respectful learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Vanguard Academy Charter School
Edinburg, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to engage students and facilitate learning in diverse classroom settings.
- Adapted instructional approaches to meet varied student needs and learning styles effectively.
- Maintained classroom management, promoting a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to deliver consistent educational experiences across grade levels.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning activities and streamline lesson delivery.
- Fostered supportive relationships with students, encouraging participation and enthusiasm for learning.
- Developed strategies to address behavioral challenges, ensuring a focus on education continuity.
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Income Tax Preparer
Miriam Sobrevilla Income Tax
Edinburg, TX
02.2020 - 01.2023
- Prepared and filed federal and state income tax returns for individuals and small businesses.
- Reviewed client tax documents to ensure compliance with IRS regulations and accuracy of information.
- Assisted clients in understanding tax implications of financial decisions and potential deductions.
- Developed customized tax strategies to minimize liabilities for diverse clientele.
- Stayed current on changing tax laws and regulations to provide the most accurate advice to clients.
- Built strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills, ensuring repeat business year after year.
Accounting Specialist
Cepeda's Welding
Alamo, TX
03.2013 - 12.2017
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Prepared monthly financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy.
- Reconciled bank statements and maintained accurate financial records.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that improved departmental efficiency.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Excel.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Emma Lee Broady Academy
San Antonio, TX03-2019
Substitute Teacher -
Region One
Edinburg, TX03-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Discipline
- Enforcing classroom rules
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Material distribution
- SMART technology
- Google classroom
Accomplishments
- Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
- Mantain a positive and structured classroom enviornment for students.
- Followed lesson plans and ensured students stayed on task.
- Managed classroom effectively across multiple grade levels.
- Built possitive relationships with students and school staff.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching styles.
- Demonstrated strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Ensured student safety and followes school policies at all times.
- Provided reliable coverage for teachers during absences.
- Encouraged student participation and respectful behavior in class.
Certification
- Certified Substitute teacher
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Vanguard Academy Charter School
01.2023 - Current
Income Tax Preparer
Miriam Sobrevilla Income Tax
02.2020 - 01.2023
Accounting Specialist
Cepeda's Welding
03.2013 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Emma Lee Broady Academy
Substitute Teacher -
Region One