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Claudia Cortez

Hempstead

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Children's Lighthouse, enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum development and collaborative learning. Skilled in standards alignment and teacher training, I fostered professional growth and improved instructional strategies, resulting in significant advancements in student outcomes and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Curriculum Coordinator

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with educators to assess and enhance instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented curriculum frameworks aligned with educational standards.
  • Analyzed student performance data to inform curriculum adjustments and enhancements.
  • Mentored new curriculum designers, providing guidance on best practices and resource utilization.
  • Led training sessions for staff, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in school management.
  • Managed budgetary processes, optimizing resource allocation to support educational programs and services.
  • Boosted parental engagement through regular newsletters, informative workshops, and open-door policies.

Assistant Director

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery.
  • Developed and maintained key performance indicators to monitor project success and team productivity.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff, promoting skill development and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Analyzed workflows to identify areas for improvement, resulting in streamlined processes and reduced turnaround times.

Administrative Assistant

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Coordinated office operations, ensuring seamless communication between departments and stakeholders.
  • Managed scheduling and calendar maintenance for senior executives, optimizing time management.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency.
  • Assisted in preparing reports and presentations, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
  • Trained new administrative staff on office protocols and software systems, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and greeting visitors.

Lead Teacher

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental standards.
  • Mentored and trained junior teachers on classroom management strategies and best practices.
  • Collaborated with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance educational offerings and student outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Waller High School
Waller, TX
05-2022

Skills

  • Restorative practices
  • Standards alignment
  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Teaching strategies
  • Educational leadership
  • Document management
  • Teacher training
  • Progress tracking

Certification

  • Education Training - 2024/2025
  • Management Training- 2024/2025

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Curriculum Coordinator

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant Director

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center
04.2023 - 04.2024

Administrative Assistant

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2022 - 04.2023

Lead Teacher

Childrens Lighthouse
04.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Western Governors University

High School Diploma -

Waller High School

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