Catherine Guajardo
La Porte,TX
Summary
Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Caring educator with 30 plus years of experience in Elementary Education instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Dual Language Tutor
Galenapark ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators to determine how best to support student success.
- Conducted tutoring sessions at school.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
Elementary Dual Language Teacher Grades 1-3
GalenaparkISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Facilitated learning of English and Spanish languages using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Worked with Spanish speaking students to generate comprehensive understanding of English.
- Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
- Provided instruction and tutoring for students ranging from age First Grade to Third grade in speaking and writing English and Spanish languages.
- Used Google Classroom to organize and hold online lectures and assign online exercises to aid and assess web-based instruction.
2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Educated students in basics of English/Spanish grammar and conversational speaking.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Jr. High Assistant Choir Director
Deer Park ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.
- Coordinated, planned and led practices for musical components.
- Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
- Positioned members within groups to obtain balance among vocal sections.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Provided piano accompaniment for students auditioning for UIL competitions and performances.
- Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
- Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning.
Elementary Music Teacher Grades K-4
PasadenaISD
08.2002 - 05.2013
- Taught students to read music in order to play rhythm and melodic instruments such as Xylophones, Tone Chimes and other rhythm instruments.
- Instructed individuals and groups in vocal and dance movements to foster music appreciation and comprehension.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools such as Music K-8 and Quaver Music, into lessons to enhance student learning
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips, programs and fundraisers.
- Formulated daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Prepared students for bi-annual District Music festivals.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX07.2016
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX05.1980
Skills
- Strong English Language Skills
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Manage Tutoring Schedule
- Communications Strategies
- Experience with Students Ages 5 and Up
- Language Instruction
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Participation Strategies
Certification
- Certified All-level Music K-12, Elementary Self contained 1-6, Bilingual, Spanish Gr 1-8,
- Certified School Counselor
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elementary Dual Language Tutor
Galenapark ISD
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Dual Language Teacher Grades 1-3
GalenaparkISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
Jr. High Assistant Choir Director
Deer Park ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014
Elementary Music Teacher Grades K-4
PasadenaISD
08.2002 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Houston Baptist University
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