CLAUDIA MALDONADO
El Centro,United States
Summary
A driven, passionate, and empathetic educator seeking to create an environment in which students will be motivated and feel comfortable to share their cultural beliefs while achieving their educational goals. An adaptable and focused educator with demonstrated success in managing organized classrooms, updating records, and providing both group and individualized instruction. Proficient in helping advanced, struggling, and special needs students enhance learning. Experienced with English, Spanish, and Teaching English as a Second Language instruction and cultivating educational atmospheres for students. Proven history of jumping into lesson plans without skipping content or losing time for student progress. Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote a stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Long-Term English 11 and 12 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to provide targeted feedback while concurrently adjusting lesson plans based on data-driven insights.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Long-Term English 10 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents, and school administrators
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
Long-Term English 9 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
08.2022 - 11.2022
- 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
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, ESL
Southwest High School
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Took over one ELD class of 24 students and three AVID classes of 20 students or more for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles
- 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
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
Substitute Teacher
DoDEA Europe, High School
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensured student safety and well-being while providing instruction in relation to the class content area
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Paraprofessional Educator Long-Term Substitute
DoDEA SHAPE Belgium
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Special education aides work to provide direct assistance to students
- Assist in educational and social development of students under direction and guidance of facilitator and classroom teachers
- Assist in implementation of Individual Education Plans for students and monitor their progress
- Provide support for individual students inside and outside classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
- Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
Substitute Teacher
Anchorage School District
08.2010 - 01.2014
- Substitute teacher is to follow lesson plans left by regular classroom teacher
- Provide extra assistance to 120 students per day such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- In high school Spanish class, consisting of about thirty students, students were assisted with terminology.
Substitute Teacher
DODDS, Japan District, High School
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
Restaurant Waitress
Burgers And Beer
12.2003 - 11.2005
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously, managing order-taking, drink refills, and general guest inquiries effectively.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Contributed to positive online reviews by consistently providing exceptional service to each guest.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Developed rapport with regular customers, enhancing their overall dining experience through personalized attention.
Restaurant Line Cook
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
09.2003 - 11.2003
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Participated in creating daily specials that showcased creativity while utilizing available inventory effectively.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Restaurant Hostess
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse And Wine Bar
02.2003 - 08.2003
- Supported needs of 4 person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for fine dining restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
- Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
Restaurant Cashier
Burgers And Beer
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Performed end-of-shift duties such as cleaning cashier stations, counting cash drawers, restocking supplies as needed.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Handled high volume transactions calmly, maintaining composure under pressure and delivering excellent customer service.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2021
Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University Of Maryland University College Asia
05.2008
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Scottsdale Culinary Institute/ Le Cordon Bleu
Scottsdale, AZ11.2003
Skills
- Test Proctoring
- SMART Board Aptitude
- Student-Centered Learning
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Technological Instruction
- Motivational Techniques
- Accounting Basics
- Lesson Implementation
- Classroom management
- Organizational abilities
- Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Tutoring
- Student Evaluation
- Test Preparation
- IEP Documentation
Accomplishments
- Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
- Specialized in substituting for English, Spanish and Special Education classes.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
11.2023 - Current
Long-Term English 11 and 12 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
08.2023 - 11.2023
Long-Term English 10 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
02.2023 - 06.2023
Long-Term English 9 Substitute Teacher
Central Union High School District
08.2022 - 11.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, ESL
Southwest High School
11.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
DoDEA Europe, High School
12.2019 - 03.2020
Paraprofessional Educator Long-Term Substitute
DoDEA SHAPE Belgium
09.2016 - 09.2018
Substitute Teacher
Anchorage School District
08.2010 - 01.2014
Substitute Teacher
DODDS, Japan District, High School
01.2010 - 06.2010
Restaurant Waitress
Burgers And Beer
12.2003 - 11.2005
Restaurant Line Cook
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
09.2003 - 11.2003
Restaurant Hostess
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse And Wine Bar
02.2003 - 08.2003
Restaurant Cashier
Burgers And Beer
07.2001 - 07.2002
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University Of Maryland University College Asia
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Scottsdale Culinary Institute/ Le Cordon Bleu
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