Jimmy Torres-Moreno
Lexington,NE
Summary
Experienced in teaching students of different cultures and with behavioral needs. Experience supervising and assisting students in the classroom and in an extracurricular setting as well with strong communication skills in both Spanish and English.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
EL Newcomer Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2024 - Current
- Working with administrators and department team members, curriculum, and planning different assessment methods.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
EL Teacher
Lexington Public Schools
Lexington, NE
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Taught lessons using a range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role play assignments.
- Instructed students in literature and creative writing to improve comprehension.
- Educated, tutored and mentored students to correct academic problems and prompt personal adjustments.
Assistant Powerlifting Coach
Lexington Public Schools
LEXINGTON, NE
11.2018 - 05.2023
- Worked closely with athletic trainers and coaches on strategies for preventing injuries and managing rehabilitation.
- Created and managed strength training programs dedicated to optimizing strength for powerlifters and multi-sport athletes.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Paraprofessional
Lexington Public Schools
Lexington, NE
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
Medicaid Eligibility Specialist
DHHS
LEXINGTON, NE
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Granted, modified, denied, or terminated assistance based on key information and eligibility determination.
- Explained eligibility details and affordability options to patients with kindness and respect.
- Informed applicants of other agencies providing useful or related assistance.
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Translation And Interpretation
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Teacher Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05.2020
Skills
- Bilingual
- People Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Leadership Experience
- Creative
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EL Newcomer Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
EL Teacher
Lexington Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2024
Assistant Powerlifting Coach
Lexington Public Schools
11.2018 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional
Lexington Public Schools
10.2018 - 07.2019
Medicaid Eligibility Specialist
DHHS
07.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Translation And Interpretation
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Teacher Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
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