Clarinda Escobedo
Laredo
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Laredo Independent School District, excelling in relationship building and classroom management. Successfully implemented differentiated instruction strategies, enhancing student engagement and performance. Strong problem-solving skills complemented by effective team collaboration, fostering a positive learning environment and mentoring new educators for greater impact.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Laredo Independent School District
12.2002 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom happenings.
- Integrated feedback from students and parents to continuously improve teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted collaborative classroom environment, facilitating group projects that required critical thinking and teamwork.
Bookkeeping Administrative Assistant
Guerra Communications
08.1991 - 11.2001
- Managed accounts payable and receivable tasks, maintaining accurate records and reducing errors.
- Implemented efficient filing systems for easy access to important financial documents, improving overall organization within the department.
- Improved financial accuracy by maintaining organized and up-to-date financial records.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes for increased efficiency and time management.
- Assisted with payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculation of employee wages and tax deductions based on current regulations.
- Maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements, ensuring timely submission of necessary reports and documentation.
- Ensured timely invoicing and payment tracking, resulting in improved cash flow management.
- Provided timely financial data to assist managers in making informed decisions about business strategy and operations.
- Facilitated effective communication between finance department staff members through clear documentation practices and regular updates on progress toward goals.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05-2007
Associate of Arts - Communication Disorders
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX11-2002
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Parent interaction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student records management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Educator
Laredo Independent School District
12.2002 - Current
Bookkeeping Administrative Assistant
Guerra Communications
08.1991 - 11.2001
Master of Arts - Counseling
Texas A&M International University
Associate of Arts - Communication Disorders
Texas A&M International University
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
Texas A&M International University
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