Jorge González
Austin,Texas
Summary
Bilingual educator with experience in fostering student collaboration and critical thinking through Montessori methodologies. Skilled in lesson planning and classroom management, enhances social-emotional development and language acquisition while ensuring a supportive learning environment for diverse student populations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Teacher
Austin ISD
Austin, USA
01.2012 - Current
- Facilitated bilingual instruction in English and Spanish classrooms.
- Applied culturally relevant teaching strategies to improve student comprehension.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to meet needs of diverse student populations.
- Assessed student progress and adapted teaching methods accordingly.
- Partnered with parents to enhance student learning and foster development.
- Organized educational activities to promote language acquisition skills.
Montessori Guide
Austin ISD
Austin, USA
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Developed lesson plans according to Montessori philosophy and standards.
- Facilitated hands-on activities promoting exploration and critical thinking skills.
- Guided students in social interactions, enhancing cooperation and conflict resolution.
- Cultivated positive environment fostering student collaboration and teamwork.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and school programs.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning and well-being at home.
Substitute Teacher
Austin ISD
Austin, USA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Collaborated with teachers to maintain instructional continuity, enhancing student engagement during absences.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Maintained a safe, organized classroom environment that promoted student focus and learning.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
- Supervised student activities during recess and transitions between classes.
Education
Montessori Primary Certification -
AMI
Austin, Texas01-2020
Master’s degree - Spanish Education
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, Florida01-2009
Agronomy Engineer -
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Medellín, Colombia01-1992
Skills
- Bilingual instruction
- Montessori methodology
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional development
- Parent communication
- Team building
References
- Beatriz Gutierrez, Retired Educator, Austin ISD, 512-589-2805, beatrizgtz@gmail.com
- Cecilia La Cour, Bilingual Educational Diagnostician, Austin ISD, 512-775-1337, cecilia.lacour@austinisd.org
- Giancarlo Muschi, Dyslexia Specialist, Austin ISD, 832-618-4372, gianncarlo.muschi@austinisd.org
Current Position
PreK-4 Bilingual Teacher, Barbara Jordan Elementary – Austin ISD
Certificates And Licensure
- Special Education Supplemental Certificate EC-6, TSBEC, 05/25
- Montessori Primary Certification, Early Childhood, AMI, 05/20
- Bilingual Generalist-Spanish Certificate EC-6, TSBEC, 05/12
- Elementary Generalist Certificate EC-6, TSBEC, 05/12
Timeline
Montessori Guide
Austin ISD
01.2018 - 01.2024
Bilingual Teacher
Austin ISD
01.2012 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Austin ISD
01.2009 - 01.2012
Montessori Primary Certification -
AMI
Master’s degree - Spanish Education
Nova Southeastern University
Agronomy Engineer -
Universidad Nacional de Colombia