Jaime Meza
Aurora,CO
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.2006 - Current
- Promoted positive classroom environment by fostering open communication between students and addressing any conflicts or concerns promptly.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Served as mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Instructed Spanish 1,2,3,4, and Advanced Placement Language and Culture.
Spanish Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2003 - 07.2006
- Promoted positive classroom environment by fostering open communication between students and addressing any conflicts or concerns promptly.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Instructed Spanish 1 and 2, Careers, and History of Latin America.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education Spanish And Social Studies
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV12.2003
Skills
- Adaptability to Change
- Discipline management
- Relationship Building
- Native Spanish fluency
- Student Motivation
- Student Engagement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Mental Performance Mastery Certification, BrianCain.com-Current
Additional Information
I have sponsored Latino Student Union and Student Organization of Latinos in Colorado and Nevada. I have coached baseball for 5 years at the freshmen and junior varsity level. I have been a Varsity softball head coach in Las Vegas, NV. I have coached football for 12 years at the freshmen, junior varsity, and varsity level.
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.2006 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2003 - 07.2006
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education Spanish And Social Studies
University of Nevada Las Vegas