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Gabriela Garcia

Palos Hills,IL

Summary

Organized and dedicated with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Substitute Teacher

North Palos District 117
08.2022 - Current
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Quickly interpreting lesson plans and creating reports to inform the students' permanent teacher of their success.
  • Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers, offering guidance on effective classroom management strategies and building rapport with students.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples in lessons.
  • Improved student behavior and classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual strengths and areas of growth.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.

Middle School Long-Term Substitute Teacher

North Palos District 117
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and learning styles.
  • Increased class participation through interactive activities and group projects.
  • Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

Spanish Bilingual Paraprofessional

North Palos District 117
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Improved bilingual communication in the classroom by providing translation services for students and teachers.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson plans for better comprehension by non-English speaking students.
  • Enhanced student engagement by creating a culturally inclusive learning environment.
  • Assisted special education students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic success and social integration.
  • Bridged language gaps between parents and school staff through efficient interpretation during meetings and events.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, coped with challenges of rapidly changing world and assisted students lacking language proficiency.

Administrative Clerk II

Stanislaus County Health Services Agency
03.2019 - 12.2019
  • Streamlined administrative processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
  • Enhanced office productivity by managing incoming calls, emails, and appointments for staff members.
  • Reduced errors in data entry tasks by maintaining accurate records and utilizing verification methods.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous service while addressing inquiries and concerns.
  • Assisted leadership with processing due and payable permit payments.
  • Advised & answered statewide collaborates inquiries including collaborating with birth registrar as needed, verified hospital discrepancies.
  • Collected & reviewed mail requests for accurate info, processed payments and delivered mail.
  • Compiled customers requests, verified payment amount, provided certificates.
  • Produced official bilingual Vital Records informational packet for Spanish speaking community.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL

Skills

  • Bilingual Spanish
  • Effective Communication
  • Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Adaptable
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • 50 WPM

Timeline

Middle School Long-Term Substitute Teacher

North Palos District 117
10.2022 - 06.2023

Elementary School Substitute Teacher

North Palos District 117
08.2022 - Current

Spanish Bilingual Paraprofessional

North Palos District 117
08.2021 - 06.2022

Administrative Clerk II

Stanislaus County Health Services Agency
03.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Eastern Illinois University

Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance

Moraine Valley Community College

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