Glenda Orellana
Houston,TX
Summary
Hard-working and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level teacher assistant position. Ready to help my team achieve the main objectives in a classroom.
Passionate about the area of teaching and faithful believer that only through education can goals and dreams that seem impossible to achieve be achieved.
Committed to my work as an educator of the new generation and all the challenges that this entails.
Since I can remember I have wanted to be a teacher. I was born for this and I want to exercise it professionally.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutoring Assistant and Babysitter
Anjali Kavaipatti
Houston, TX
08.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Sabbath School Teacher
Adventist Seventh Day Church
Houston, TX
01.2013 - Current
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Organized and labeled materials and displayed students' work by ages and perceptual skills.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
- Maintained Sabbath School area through providing decoration and literature.
- Led faith-based life to provide example for students between ages 4 and 8.
- Engaged students by encouraging participation in class and sharing thoughts on subjects under discussion.
- Conducted educational and engaging lectures centered on such topics as ethics, critical thinking and contemporary moral issues.
Adventure & Pathfinder Club Volunteer Counselor
Seventh Day Adventist Church
Houston, TX
01.2013 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
GED -
AAMA Adelante
Houston, TX10.2017
Associate of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2022
Skills
- Adapting to student's Learning Style
- Instructional Strategies
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Clear Instruction and Communication
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Inspiring Love of Learning
- Spanish Speaking
- Fluency in Spanish
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Human Relations
- Activity-Based Learning
Timeline
Tutoring Assistant and Babysitter
Anjali Kavaipatti
08.2015 - Current
Sabbath School Teacher
Adventist Seventh Day Church
01.2013 - Current
Adventure & Pathfinder Club Volunteer Counselor
Seventh Day Adventist Church
01.2013 - Current
GED -
AAMA Adelante
Associate of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Houston Community College
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