Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Reading the Bible
Languages
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Harry Ramirez

Harry Ramirez

Grandview,MO

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Yuma Arizona, excelling in classroom management and innovative lesson planning. Fostered student engagement through interactive methods and developed strong relationships with parents and colleagues. Recognized for enhancing literacy skills and implementing data-driven instruction to boost academic performance.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Raytown School District
08.2024 - 02.2025

Teach 6th grade students English and Math.

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Aviation Maintenance Technician

United States Marine Corps
07.1979 - 10.2000
  • Kept up-to-date with industry best practices through continuous professional development and training courses.
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete complex repairs swiftly and accurately.
  • Performed troubleshooting for avionics systems malfunctions, pinpointing issues accurately to minimize repair times.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
  • Mentored junior technicians in aviation maintenance best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, ensuring regulatory compliance and easy reference for future repairs.
  • Consistently met deadlines for scheduled aircraft inspections, avoiding costly delays or cancellations due to maintenance requirements.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams during major fleet modifications, contributing valuable input from a maintenance perspective.
  • Streamlined maintenance processes by implementing time-saving techniques and tools.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for parts procurement while maintaining quality standards.
  • Ensured optimal performance of aircraft components by conducting meticulous tests after repair or replacement.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Teaching English And Spanish To Secondary

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
08.2007

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking
  • Learning strategies
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Curriculum development

Accomplishments

Navy achievement Metal

Navy Commendation Metal

Mater Sergeant / Aviation Maintenance Chief

Intermediate level Teacher of the year the first charter school teacher to have been awarded.

Distinguish Educator for a scholarship receiving high school grad.

Certification

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Missouri Teaching Certificate

Reading the Bible

Psalms 91

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Teacher - Raytown School District
08.2024 - 02.2025
Aviation Maintenance Technician - United States Marine Corps
07.1979 - 10.2000
Northern Arizona University - Bachelor Of Science, Teaching English And Spanish To Secondary
Harry Ramirez