Claudia Munoz
Griffin,GA
Summary
Motivated educator with deep passion for helping students by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, cleaning rooms and planning fun activities. Good tutoring following the lead teacher instructions and time management skills. Passionate Spanish Language Teacher with 18 years of experience. Successful at integrating cultural and historical studies into a productive classroom setting of up to 30 students. Adept at cultivating long-lasting and professional relationships with students. Well-versed Spanish Language Teacher with 17 years of experience teaching 9 to 11. Adept at teaching beginning to advanced students and closely monitoring progress. Dedicated to comprehensive understandings of Spanish and related culture. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
World Language Teacher(Spanish)
Spalding High School
Griffin, GA
06.2023 - Current
- Organized activities to promote comprehension of spoken and written Spanish among students.
- Incorporated opportunities for informal conversations between native speakers and learners of target languages within classroom settings.
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for students who required extra help with their Spanish studies.
- Adapted teaching methods based on student needs and abilities.
- Implemented strategies for differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Created interactive materials that encouraged students' engagement with the Spanish language.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach Spanish language fundamentals, such as grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and vocabulary.
- Facilitated group discussions about topics related to the culture associated with the target language being studied.
- Utilized technology-based resources for teaching Spanish language skills.
- Monitored students' progress throughout coursework in order to identify areas needing further attention or improvement.
- Encouraged creativity through the use of authentic materials such as songs, movies, and literature, in order to increase motivation towards learning a foreign language.
- Conducted student assessments to evaluate progress in learning Spanish language skills.
- Adapted instructional practices according to changes in educational standards or policies regarding world language education.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students and introduced specialized lessons plans to monitor progress.
- Developed language acquisition curriculum based in speaking, reading, writing and auditory understanding of Spanish.
- Planned lessons for 30 students daily ranging from 9 to 12.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Pre-K Teacher
Kidazzle Child Care & Learning
Hampton, Henry County
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Supervised recesses and lunch periods while ensuring safety of all students.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, health, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
- Assessed student progress through observation, documentation, and portfolio review.
- Managed classroom materials and resources effectively to maximize instructional time.
- Developed lesson plans based on state standards to ensure academic rigor.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors among students.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Incorporated culturally responsive practices into daily instruction.
- Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Teacher Assistant
Kidazzle Child Care & Learning
Hampton,GA, Georgia
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Diaper changes, helps with lunch,snack and nap procedures.
- Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and playground to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
- Took attendance, graded assignments, and maintained routine student records.
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.
Teacher Assistant
Stepping Stones Academy
Hamptgon,GA, GA
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings.
- Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
High School Teacher
Colegio Reyes Católicos
Santiago De Cali, CO
08.2005 - 06.2018
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools such as tests, quizzes, projects.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences when needed to discuss student progress or issues concerning school policies.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required information in an organized manner.
- Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to pedagogy or curriculum design.
- Integrated effective use of technology into daily classroom instruction.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Supervised afterschool activities including tutoring sessions or special interest groups.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Facilitated student success and academic growth through implementation of Bilingual curriculums.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
Education
LICENCIADA EN LENGUAS MODERNAS - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific
UNIVERSIDAD SANTIAGO DE CALI
CALI-COLOMBIA7 2005
Early Childhood Care And Education Basics - Early Childhood Education
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA12-2022
Skills
- Setting up activities
- Special needs education
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Maintaining safe environments
- Fluent in SPANISH
- Professional English
- Motivating students
- Positive atmosphere
- Conflict resolution
- Oral Communication
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Assessment strategies
- Oral communication
- Language proficiency
- Cultural awareness
- Feedback provision
- Curriculum development understanding
- Educational strategies
- Service coordination
- Lesson development
- Lesson planning
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Development
- Native Spanish Speaker
- Educational Strategies
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
Websites
Timeline
World Language Teacher(Spanish)
Spalding High School
06.2023 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
Kidazzle Child Care & Learning
01.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher Assistant
Kidazzle Child Care & Learning
12.2019 - 01.2020
Teacher Assistant
Stepping Stones Academy
11.2019 - 12.2019
High School Teacher
Colegio Reyes Católicos
08.2005 - 06.2018
LICENCIADA EN LENGUAS MODERNAS - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific
UNIVERSIDAD SANTIAGO DE CALI
Early Childhood Care And Education Basics - Early Childhood Education
Southern Crescent Technical College