Fiona Arecchi
San Antonio
Summary
Forward-thinking professional, experienced in working in educational settings, and studying online. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach their full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building in a diverse, supportive community. Maintains organized work environments devoted to learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs, and promoting positive educational experiences while giving the students the appropriate tools to successfully complete their degree program.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subsitutute Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
San Antonio
11.2021 - 01.2025
- Facilitated student engagement through interactive lectures and discussions, fostering dynamic classroom interaction.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Received recognition for contributions to substitute teaching as a long term substitute.
Small Business Manager
European Artisan Upholstery
San Antonio
03.2014 - 10.2021
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and owner.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline sales. operations, reduce costs, and increased sales by 30%.
- Trained and assessed employee performance evaluations and recommended changes or improvements as needed.
Temporary English and Spanish Teacher
SOS Staffing
San Antonio
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Conducted formative assessments to unaccompanied minors from Central and South America to evaluate student mastery of English and Spanish.
- Incorporated cultural studies into language lessons to broaden students' understanding of the U.S.A.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
- Prepared the boys for the next experience in their journey.
Visiting Language and Culture Instructor
Wuhan Agricultural University
Wuhan
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed innovative curriculum for government agricultural managers.
- Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
- Made learning grammar fun by involving problem-solving and language play.
- Encouraged creative thinking among students by providing them with real-world examples during classroom discussions.
Business Manager/Marketing Manager
Justin's Ice Cream
San Antonio
07.1994 - 02.2014
- Elevated sales by 30% through strategic marketing plan.
- Developed strong supplier relationships by obtaining alignment and delivering on mutually established goals.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships
- Cooperated with White House to present Mango ice cream at President Bill Clinton's inauguration, declared as a 'national treasure'.
- Acted as an assistant, in China, on project to design and build manufacturing plant in Wuhan, China.
Social Studies and Art Teacher
St. Anthony's Elementary School
San Antonio
08.2005 - 05.2010
- Collaborated with parents to support students' artistic interests and academic progress.
- Presented and designed exciting lessons to actively engage learners.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Enabled cooperation between students and a guest artists and historians for project collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2014
Skills
- Knowledge of WGU and the online education culture
- Conducting observation assessments
- Planning and facilitating outreach assistance
- Student-Centric Environment Promotion
- Guiding Students through Complex Challenges
- Enhancing Student Retention Solutions
- Encourages Inclusion of Diverse Cultures
Affiliations
- I am an avid traveller who enjoys experiencing different cultures and people.
- I take art classes and paint often.
- I enjoy reading Biographies and other non fiction.
- I participate in a keep fit class and Qui Gong.
Accomplishments
- I recently received and award for my work in Substitute teaching.
- I was invited on several occasions to meet President Bill Clinton who declared Justin's Ice Cream a "National Treasure".
- I broke into the grocery store market, placing our ice cream in 20 stores.
- At the beginning of the Pandemic I was honored to be on local TV as I was the first person in SAn Antonio to make and distribute cloth masks to the City of San Antonio, local hospitals, and the general public.
Certification
- Project management certification.
- I expect to graduate with a Texas teachers certification in July 2025.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Subsitutute Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
11.2021 - 01.2025
Temporary English and Spanish Teacher
SOS Staffing
03.2021 - 06.2021
Visiting Language and Culture Instructor
Wuhan Agricultural University
09.2020 - 03.2021
Small Business Manager
European Artisan Upholstery
03.2014 - 10.2021
Social Studies and Art Teacher
St. Anthony's Elementary School
08.2005 - 05.2010
Business Manager/Marketing Manager
Justin's Ice Cream
07.1994 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing
Western Governors University
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