GERALDINE STOLAR HARRISON
Garland,TX
Summary
Dedicated Bilingual Teacher with progressive years of experience in the Educational industry. Equipped with a strong background rooted in the duties and obligations of making lesson plans, organizing activities in class, and interacting with parents, some of whom may not speak English at all. Highly recognized as a professional that is data driven. Possess the knowledge for leading instructions in the classroom's literacy-focused and math curriculum. Respected empathetic leader and contributor with the innate ability to inspire confidence at all levels. Proven ability to assist students one-on-one and in small groups with assignments and reinforce the lessons their teachers have taught them. Skilled with staff and work planning, personnel appraisal, motivation, team building, and delegation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Old Navy
12.2022 - Current
- Assists customers with engagement which begins by welcoming customers at the door.
- Helping with selecting products, and responding to questions they may have.
- Organize inventory and keeps the floor inviting to customers.
- Cash register duties.
- Introduces customers to exclusive offers and new items.
- Manages the processing of credit cards and cash payments while operating the cash register.
Bilingual Pre-K/Kindergarten/first/Fifth grade Teacher
Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
01.2000 - Current
- Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to a class of 20+ first/fifth-grade students.
- Foster foundational literacy and numeracy through phonics instruction, guided reading, math centers, and differentiated learning activities.
- Create a nurturing classroom environment that supports social-emotional growth, positive behavior, and respectful peer interactions.
- Use formative and summative assessments to track student progress, inform instruction, and support individualized learning goals.
- Collaborate with support staff, specialists, and parents to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
- Communicate regularly with families through newsletters, conferences, and digital platforms to build strong home-school partnerships.
English as a Second Language Instructor for Adults
Dallas ISD
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Assists customers with engagement which begins by welcoming customers at the door.
- Helping with selecting products, and responding to questions they may have.
- Organize inventory and keeps the floor inviting to customers.
- Cash register duties.
- Introduces customers to exclusive offers and new items.
- Manages the processing of credit cards and cash payments while operating the cash register.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Warehouse
Dallas, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Responsible for loading and unloading packages from trucks.
- Sorted according to appropriate areas for accurate distribution to customers.
- Checked, confirmed, and completed client bills.
- Followed all safety and sanitation rules at work.
- Introduces customers to exclusive offers and new items.
- Described how you might change or enhance storage practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development and Family Relationships
University of Texas at Austin
05.1998
Skills
- Time Management
- Cognitive thinking
- Critical Thinking
- ICommunication/Writing Skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical Skills
- Professional Development
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability Skills
- Administrative skills
- Bilingual
- Classroom Management
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Google suite
Affiliations
- Grade Level Chairperson
- LPAC (Language Proficiency Assessment Committee) Chairperson
- DISD Mentor Teacher
- After School Program Coordinator
Certification
- TEA reading academy certified
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Google educator certified (2023)
- Bilingual certified
Interests
TEA reading academy certified, First Aid and CPR Certified, Google educator certified (2023), Bilingual certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Old Navy
12.2022 - Current
English as a Second Language Instructor for Adults
Dallas ISD
06.2021 - 06.2022
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Warehouse
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bilingual Pre-K/Kindergarten/first/Fifth grade Teacher
Dallas ISD
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Child Development and Family Relationships
University of Texas at Austin