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Brenda Olivares

Delhi,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Langston Hughes Academy, skilled in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to enhance language acquisition through innovative teaching methods and cultural integration. Strong communicator and mentor, dedicated to fostering academic success and supporting diverse learners in achieving their goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Spanish Teacher

Langston Hughes Academy
07.2020 - Current
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
  • Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
  • Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
  • Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.

ELD Coordinator

Langston Hughes Academy
07.2020 - Current
  • Coordinate and monitor ELD programs to ensure alignment with federal and state requirements (e.g., Title III, ESSA).
  • Maintain and report accurate student data (e.g., ELPAC/ACCESS scores, reclassification rates).
  • Oversee identification, placement, and reclassification of English Learners.
  • Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop and implement ELD curriculum.
  • Support integration of language development strategies into content instruction.
  • Review and recommend instructional materials for ELD programs.
  • Design and lead professional development for teachers on best practices for EL instruction.
  • Coach and mentor teachers on instructional strategies for EL students.
  • Communicate with EL families about program services, rights, and student progress.
  • Analyze assessment data (e.g., ELPAC, academic benchmarks) to inform instruction.
  • Monitor progress of ELs and support interventions as needed.


First Assistant Manager

McDonald's
08.2011 - 06.2020
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Completed daily, weekly, monthly inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit reports to determine options for increasing market growth.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Delhi Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Winton School District
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher for all classrooms by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Livingston Union School District
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hilmar Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Organized lesson plans using CANVAS software for long-term interim assignments.
  • Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
  • Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
  • Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
  • Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
  • Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
  • Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
  • Took over Spanish class for 2 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.

Education

Single Subject Credential -

Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA

Bachelor of Arts -

California State University - Stanislaus
Turlock, CA
06.2015

High School Diploma -

Delhi High School
Delhi, CA
05.2010

Skills

  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Sales growth
  • Staff Management
  • Business planning
  • Cost Control
  • Staff supervision
  • Employee scheduling
  • Training
  • Operations management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Lesson Implementation
  • Teaching
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Middle School Education
  • Student Progress Reporting
  • Lesson Planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Group Instruction
  • Test Preparation
  • IEP Documentation
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Elementary education
  • Disciplinary procedures
  • Instructional technology
  • Classroom management
  • Secondary education
  • Discipline

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Spanish Teacher

Langston Hughes Academy
07.2020 - Current

ELD Coordinator

Langston Hughes Academy
07.2020 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Delhi Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2020

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Winton School District
01.2018 - 03.2020

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Livingston Union School District
01.2018 - 03.2019

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hilmar Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2019

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
01.2018 - 03.2019

First Assistant Manager

McDonald's
08.2011 - 06.2020

Single Subject Credential -

Fresno Pacific University

Bachelor of Arts -

California State University - Stanislaus

High School Diploma -

Delhi High School

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