Cristina Martinez
Summary
Energetic educator with skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.2019 - 07.2024
- Instructional Process- Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the district's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
- Curriculum Development- Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
- Classroom Management- Develops, in accordance with district and building guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques which are consistently applied.
- Student Evaluation- Evaluates accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods such as teacher-made test, sample of students work, mastery skills check lists, criterion-referenced tests and norm-referenced tests
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate
- Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics and courses of instruction
- Follow lesson plans as required by school
- Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans
- Model correct use of spoken and written English language
- Demonstrate professional practices in teaching
- Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school, state, and all applicable laws and regulations
- Ensure adequate supervision of students and the classroom environment to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and school property
- Remain in classroom and monitor students at all times
- Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the school personnel immediately
Teacher
Precious Children in the Highlands
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy
- Plan daily activities and lessons that correspond with the curriculum
- Arrange a classroom environment in accordance with the program goals and school philosophy
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Help students explore the world around them
- Aid students in learning personal responsibility and respect for fellow students
- Use appropriate behavior management and classroom discipline
- Keep all appropriate records such as attendance, lesson plans, discipline, student work, timesheets and room inventory
- Keep accident reports
- Maintain confidentiality
- Provide input for assessments of children's development
- Establish consistent communication with parents and children
- Monitor classroom behavior, recognized and adapted to problems
- Meet all applicable licensing regulations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Inter American University
San Juan, Puerto Rico10-2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Serving diverse communities
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Creative lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Record keeping
- Student assessment
- Student motivation
- Positive role model and mentor
- Behavior management
- FLUENT IN Spanish
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.2019 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2015 - 08.2017
Teacher
Precious Children in the Highlands
09.2014 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Inter American University
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