Diego Lastra
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented professional with experience developing educational materials, creating efficient organizational systems, and managing information and resources. Skilled in research, cataloging, documentation, and maintaining well-structured materials, with a strong background in education and history. Adept at developing systems that improve accessibility, organization, and workflow while supporting students, colleagues, and patrons.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
History Teacher
Ancora Academy Private School
McKinney, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive high school history curriculum emphasizing critical thinking and analytical writing.
- Developed lesson plans and facilitated discussions to assess and enhance student comprehension.
- Cultivated a positive, organized classroom environment encouraging participation and accountability.
- Adapted instructional strategies across subjects while supporting diverse learning needs and maintaining standards.
- Managed classroom behavior and monitored student progress during staffing transitions to ensure continuity.
- Took on additional literature and physical education classes during extended maternity leave absences to maintain instructional flow.
Private Tutor
Grade Potential / Victory Prep
Dallas, TX
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Founded and managed an independent tutoring and academic enrichment program, creating customized educational solutions for homeschool and private high school students.
- Designed comprehensive curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials aligned with high school academic standards while tailoring instruction to individual learning styles and educational goals.
- Developed and taught original, credit-bearing high school courses, including Feminist Theory & Literature, History of European Jewry, Jewish Literature, Mexican American Literature, and World War II, providing rigorous, interdisciplinary instruction.
- Developed and implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress, identify learning gaps, and adjust instructional methods, enhancing academic success.
- Cultivated partnerships with parents and families through regular progress updates and personalized learning strategies, supporting student achievement and college readiness.
- Launched and managed independent educational program, overseeing curriculum development, student instruction, scheduling, and client relationships, driving overall program effectiveness.
Administrative Assistant / Marketing Assistant
Blue Star Case Management
Dallas, TX
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth scheduling, accurate payroll, secure handling of confidential records, and organized document management.
- Coordinated marketing and client outreach initiatives, fostering relationships through networking events, client appreciation dinners, and referral management.
- Prepared professional reports and correspondence for physicians, insurance companies, employers, and other stakeholders.
- Liaised between patients, healthcare providers, employers, insurance representatives, and case managers to enhance communication and coordination.
- Collaborated with billing and insurance departments to support accurate documentation, resolve payment issues, and maintain efficient case management processes.
Archivist/Records Clerk
Rosenberg Paschall Johnson
Dallas, Texas
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Organized archival materials using established classification systems to enhance retrieval efficiency.
- Managed digital records with specialized archival software and databases for accuracy.
- Collaborated with staff on public access initiatives to increase visibility of archival materials.
- Updated cataloging systems to improve organization of archival collections.
Intern / Employee
Thomas Balch Library
Leesburg, VA
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated local history exhibits (Slavery in Loudoun County, Civil Rights Movement, Army of Northern Virginia) to enhance community engagement.
- Supported patrons in library research by identifying and retrieving relevant documents.
- Gained proficiency with microfiche and archival research techniques.
- Organized library sections by genre, ensuring accessibility and preservation of antique documents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, English
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TXSkills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Instructional technology
- Digital archiving and records management
- Project administration
- Collection organization and cataloging
- Research assistance
- Customer relationship management
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
History Teacher
Ancora Academy Private School
08.2024 - Current
Private Tutor
Grade Potential / Victory Prep
01.2023 - 08.2024
Administrative Assistant / Marketing Assistant
Blue Star Case Management
10.2021 - 11.2022
Archivist/Records Clerk
Rosenberg Paschall Johnson
01.2019 - 08.2020
Intern / Employee
Thomas Balch Library
05.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History, English
Southern Methodist University