Heather Galarza
Commack,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Andrew Muller Primary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere for 21 students by establishing clear expectations and routines.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Incorporated hands-on activities and technology into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with guardians to involve families in educational process.
Special Education Teacher, Grades K-5
P140K, District 75
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of consistent routines, differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in target behaviors and increase classroom participation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Utilized data from student assessments, to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities.
Customer Service Coordinator/Professional Development Scheduler
Teq
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Coordinated field trainer schedules to ensure timely delivery of instruction on products delivered to customers.
- Acted as a reliable point of contact for clients, addressing concerns or questions about their appointments with professionalism and tact.
- Maintained accurate and current customer account data with manual forms processing and digital information updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate appointment confirmations and reminders.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and processes introduced into the workplace environment.
Learning and Development Coordinator
ClearVision Optical
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Implemented and facilitated engaging workshops and seminars, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the organization.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training activities through feedback surveys and assessment tools, leading to continuous improvement efforts.
- Partnered with external vendors to provide specialized training courses tailored to company needs.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
Education
Master of Science in Educational Technology -
Long Island University Post
Greenvale, NY05.2018
Bachelor of Arts in Child Study and Psychology -
St. Joseph’s College
Patchogue05.2009
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Lesson Plan Development
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Exceptional communicator
- Data Entry
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
Measures of Student Learning Committee Member 2016-2019
Elected by Principal to assist in analyzing data and selecting NYS assessments across all grade levels in District 75.
Teacher of the Year Award
2018-2019
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Andrew Muller Primary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher, Grades K-5
P140K, District 75
09.2016 - 06.2020
Customer Service Coordinator/Professional Development Scheduler
Teq
01.2014 - 08.2016
Learning and Development Coordinator
ClearVision Optical
08.2009 - 08.2011
Master of Science in Educational Technology -
Long Island University Post
Bachelor of Arts in Child Study and Psychology -
St. Joseph’s College
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