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Denise Romo-Fierro
Educator, Advisor, Curriculum Developer
BALTIMORE,MD
Summary
Developed skills in educational environment, including effective communication, critical thinking, and curriculum planning. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can be applied and further expanded. Committed to making positive impact and contributing to team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Mercy High School
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of over 150 student's progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
Math Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals.
- Mentored and supported struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to increased confidence and success in mathematics.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Middle School Teacher
St. Edward School
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom culture by addressing diverse needs through differentiated instruction methods.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Increased student participation in extracurricular programs by promoting club involvement and creating after-school tutoring opportunities.
- Promoted critical thinking skills in science classes through inquiry-based learning approaches that encouraged experimentation and discovery.
- Promoted culture of reading by organizing school-wide reading events and competitions, increasing students' interest in literature.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Loyola University, Maryland
Baltimore, MD 09.2020 - 01.2025
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 09.2007 - 12.2008
Skills
Curriculum implementation
Group instruction
Critical thinking
Collaborative Relationship Management
Conflict resolution
Student needs assessment
Cultural sensitivity
Responsive to Challenges
Effective Organization
Interests
Timeline
Master of Arts - Education
Loyola University, Maryland
09.2020 - 01.2025
Teacher
Mercy High School
08.2018 - 06.2024
Math Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
10.2017 - 06.2018
Middle School Teacher
St. Edward School
01.2017 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
09.2007 - 12.2008
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