Erin Guzman
Ruskin,Florida
Summary
Creative, and effective Educator with proven skills management, and planning. Equipped with extensive background in education, and business management. Competent in technology, and educational practices. Dedicated to performing independently and cooperatively with stakeholders. Dependable and willingness to achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher 4th Grade
Slam Apollo
10.2022 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives. Contributed to achieving 93% of students score increase for state testing and i-Ready.
- Build strong classroom culture of accountability, learning, and trust amongst students and colleagues.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively overall school climate.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Owner/Manager
AmeriSpec Inspection Services
10.2017 - 11.2023
- Leadership role in marketing business networking platforms (social media, BNI, Sponsorships, etc.)
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Established positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected business''s financial stability.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain competitive advantage in marketplace.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Increased clientele through marketing, networking, and presentations by 25%
- Providing excellent & prompt customer service to home buyers, sellers, and realtors and/or investors
- Analyze competition of inspection companies to ensure competitiveness
- Scheduling appointments using CRM technology
- Host meetings on Zoom, Ring Central, or Google Meets, etc
- Managing Human Resource responsibilities (interviews, training, and evaluations)
- Analyze monthly revenue for business finance
- Execute payroll, and financial expenses in timely manner.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Teacher 4th Grade (ELA)
Thompson Elementary
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Create and implement activities, and lessons based on data analysis
- Adhering to state mandates to make decisions to promote student success
- Collaboration with various teams to gather data to create effective action plans
- Organize lesson planning to adhere to on-line learning by use of Zoom, and district communication platforms (due to COVID-19)
- Providing safe and effective learning spaces for all students
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
Home Economics Teacher
Guam Department of Education
08.2004 - 06.2017
- Engage student in critical thinking and application of life skills
- Organize inventory and cost of materials for total of 120 students
- Conduct student evaluations on lab performance and food outcome
- Collaborate with teams in content areas using data and various strategies for effectiveness in teaching
- Developed future career professionals by planning and using life applications
- Collaborated with community non-profit organizations to provide volunteers for various organizations
- Engage students in critical thinking with real life and family situations
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering supportive network for student success.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or study groups, promoting intellectual curiosity outside classroom setting.
- Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at institutional level.
- Built strong foundation of culture, learning, and trust amongst students and other colleagues.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Guam
Mangilao, Guam12.2010
Master of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences
University of Guam
Mangilao, Guam12.2004
Skills
- Cooperative Learning strategies
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Volunteer with Calvary Chapel Brandon - Women’s Ministry and Hospitality Ministry, Present
- Volunteer at Metropolitan Ministries, 2021
- Volunteer for SLAM Apollo School student/family activities, 2021-2023
- Sponsor for Choices
- Sponsor Greater Tampa of Realtors events, 2017-2020
- Advisor for Junior Council at Tiyan High School, 2017
- Founder/Chair School Wide Career Day at Jose Rios Middle School, 2012-2014
- Volunteer at Special Olympics Guam, 2008-2012
- Founder/Advisor JRMS Future Career Professionals, 2011-2014
References
- Jimmy Lynch, jimmy.lynch@sdhc.k12.fl.us, 813.531.1976
- Angela Tamayo, Azariah.pristine@gmail.com, 571.549.0472
- Erika Davis, edavis@slamapollo.com, 813.773.4560 ext. 113
Certification
- FLDOE Special Education Professional Certificate [2023]
- FLDOE Elementary Education [2023]
- Youth Mental Health First Aid USA [2023]
- Kagan Cooperative Learning [2023]
Timeline
Teacher 4th Grade
Slam Apollo
10.2022 - Current
Teacher 4th Grade (ELA)
Thompson Elementary
08.2019 - 01.2020
Owner/Manager
AmeriSpec Inspection Services
10.2017 - 11.2023
Home Economics Teacher
Guam Department of Education
08.2004 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Guam
Master of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences
University of Guam
- FLDOE Special Education Professional Certificate [2023]
- FLDOE Elementary Education [2023]
- Youth Mental Health First Aid USA [2023]
- Kagan Cooperative Learning [2023]
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