Cristina Sandoval
Fresno
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at California State University, Fresno, specializing in curriculum development and effective communication. Proven ability in teaching writing composition and translating for diverse student populations, leading to enhanced student engagement and success. Demonstrated expertise in fostering creativity and critical thinking skills, contributing to a supportive learning environment. Career aspirations include expanding pedagogical strategies to further enhance student achievement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Leader
City of Modesto, Parks & Recreation
Modesto
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized poetic and artistic knowledge, teaching 7th-8th grade students in an afterschool program (ASES) through lessons on poetic and artistic crafts. Cooperated with Poesia y Arte, an organization that led poetry and art classes onsite. Led lessons in the ESL class. Coordinated the editing and organization of a book of students' poetry, and co-hosted the display of an artistic mural painted by students.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Stanislaus County Office Of Education
Modesto
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents.
- I stood in and substituted for K-12 instructors in varying subjects, including Science, History, Math, and English. Diligently followed the notes instructors left in order to continue proper education in the absence of the instructor.
Editorial Assistant
California State University, Fresno
Fresno
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Reviewed, edited, and posted literary works online for The Normal School, a literary journal associated with California State University, Fresno. Managed the social media accounts and media creation for The Normal School.
Bilingual Teacher's Aide
Clovis Global Academy
Clovis
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Partnered with the Spanish instructor in teaching lessons to a bilingual 2nd-grade class, which involved class prep, lesson planning, and frequently translating between English and Spanish when communication with parents was needed.
Instructional Student Assistant
California State University, Fresno
Fresno
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Successfully guided a group of over 12 students to apply for doctorate programs, and over 20 students in their theses and dissertations.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Stanislaus Union School District
Modesto
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Translated and aided in the interpretation of coursework for 7th and 8th grade non-native speakers of English in concordance with class instructors.
Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional
Modesto City Schools
Modesto
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Guided special education students in motor skill exercises, worked in teams of paraprofessionals to assist instructors, and communicated with students’ parents, often translating between English and Spanish.
Writing Center Tutor
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Effectively directed over 8 classes of entering freshman students over the course of 4 years in writing composition and critical thinking. Engaged with upperclassmen in research, planning, and editing of term papers.
Writing Center Tutor
Modesto Junior College
Modesto
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Trained through a tutor course in ways to positively guide students in research, critical thinking, and editing essays. Successfully aided in the composition process and editing of over 40 students' essays.
Education
Credential - Single Subject, English
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05.2026
MFA - Creative Writing: Poetry
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CABA - English TESOL
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CAAA - English, General Education: Humanities
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CASkills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Translation/Interpretation
- Effective communication
- Classroom management
- Teaching writing composition
- Curriculum development
- Creative writing
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Fresno Pacific University and Sanger Teacher and Residency (STaR) to begin in August 2025 (Fresno Pacific University, Sanger Unified School District)
- Awarded Edward and Alberta Brown Scholarship to students in the liberal arts who are studying literature and creative writing. (California State University, Fresno)
References
References available upon request.
Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureTimeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Stanislaus County Office Of Education
03.2024 - 01.2025
Recreational Leader
City of Modesto, Parks & Recreation
08.2023 - Current
Editorial Assistant
California State University, Fresno
09.2022 - 05.2023
Bilingual Teacher's Aide
Clovis Global Academy
04.2022 - 09.2022
Instructional Student Assistant
California State University, Fresno
08.2020 - 09.2022
Instructional Paraprofessional
Stanislaus Union School District
08.2019 - 02.2020
Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional
Modesto City Schools
04.2019 - 02.2020
Writing Center Tutor
California State University, Stanislaus
08.2015 - 05.2019
Writing Center Tutor
Modesto Junior College
09.2014 - 04.2015
Credential - Single Subject, English
Fresno Pacific University
MFA - Creative Writing: Poetry
California State University, Fresno
BA - English TESOL
California State University, Stanislaus
AA - English, General Education: Humanities
Modesto Junior College
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