CEILA COOK
Summary
Accomplished educator and former Industrial Engineer with a proven track record at Manhattan High School, enhancing student engagement and cultural awareness through innovative teaching methods. Expert in bilingual instruction (Spanish-English) and adept in leveraging technology to enrich learning. Demonstrates exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, significantly improving academic outcomes and student proficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Manhattan High School
12.2019 - 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- 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.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
- Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Followed and adhered to rules and regulations concerning education of foreign students.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
ESOL Paraprofessional
Junction City High School
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Worked closely with classroom teachers, offering guidance on best practices for differentiating instruction in inclusive settings.
- Assisted in administering assessments and collecting data, tracking student progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Enhanced language skills by providing individualized instruction and support to ESOL students.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as counselors or social workers to provide a comprehensive support system for ESOL students and their families.
- Developed strong rapport with students, establishing trust and open communication vital for successful learning experiences.
- Contributed to the creation of an inclusive school culture by promoting understanding and appreciation of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective strategies for supporting language acquisition among students.
- Modified instructional materials and assessments as needed, ensuring accessibility for all learners regardless of language proficiency level.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Assistant Manager
Carrol's Corporation Burger King
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Industrial Engineer
MAGNETEK MATAMOROS, S.A. DE C.V.
08.1997 - 08.2001
- Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve performance and reduce costs.
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and processes.
- Implemented quality control initiatives to reduce inspection failures while utilizing ISO9000.
- Designed labor utilization standards to balance worker efficiency with employee satisfaction, increasing overall productivity and satisfaction.
- Conducted time study using work measurement tools to validate accuracy of labor standard time.
- Supervised production workers to determine problematic areas and implement solutions for optimized production.
- Oversee the manufacture and production of goods and ensure that all manufactured products follow quality controls according to the company protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE MATAMOROS
MATAMOROS, TAMAULIPAS, MEXICOEducation
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05.2021
BBA - Human Resources Management
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
Chesterfield, VA12.2018
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
Chesterfield, VA06.2017
Skills
- Native Spanish fluency
- Bilingual English-Spanish
- Strong Communication Skills
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability to Change
- Human Management
- Microsoft Office, Excell, Word, PowerPoint, Google
- ISO 9000
- Project-based learning
- Creative Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Manhattan High School
12.2019 - Current
ESOL Paraprofessional
Junction City High School
08.2016 - 09.2019
Assistant Manager
Carrol's Corporation Burger King
08.2011 - 10.2013
Industrial Engineer
MAGNETEK MATAMOROS, S.A. DE C.V.
08.1997 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE MATAMOROS
Education
Fort Hays State University
BBA - Human Resources Management
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
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