Jose Contreras
El Paso,TX
Summary
Adaptable professional with a strong background in education and retail management. Recognized for effective classroom management and operational leadership, committed to driving student success and enhancing customer experiences.
Developed strong classroom management and instructional skills in educational environment, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and maintain positive learning atmosphere. Ready to bring these transferrable skills to new professional challenge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Canutillo Independent School District
Canutillo, Texas
10.2023 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment in the absence of the regular teacher
- Implemented lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring continuity in curriculum delivery
- Implemented lesson plans to maintain classroom structure and engage students.
Tour Guide
Insight
El Paso, TX
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Guided diverse groups through historical sites, enhancing visitor experience with engaging storytelling.
- Developed and implemented interactive activities to facilitate learning and engagement for tour participants.
- Conducted thorough research on local history and attractions, ensuring accurate and informative presentations.
- Managed logistics for group tours, coordinating transportation and scheduling to optimize efficiency.
- Led engaging tours, delivering historical and cultural insights to enhance visitor experience.
Supervisor
Immersive Gamebox
The Woodlands, TX
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve productivity and streamline processes
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, inventory management, and customer service
- Achieved 25% increase in sales through effective staff training and motivation
- Increased customer satisfaction scores by 30% through implementation of new service protocols
- Drove operational excellence initiatives resulting in an overall efficiency gain of 32%
- Supervised game room operations to ensure smooth customer experiences.
Interim Teacher
Spring ISD
Spring, Texas
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Utilized various instructional strategies, such as cooperative learning, hands-on activities, and technology integration, to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify areas of improvement, and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in various subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies- Geology & Education
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Lone Star College System
Houston, TX08-2019
Skills
- Student engagement strategies
- Organizational growth
- Verbal and written communication
- Exceptional communication
- Data management
- Environmental assessment
- Conducting research
- Geological report writing
- Geological fieldwork
- Rock classification
- Area Mapping
Certification
- BLS
- CPR
- First Aid
Timeline
Tour Guide
Insight
05.2025 - 08.2025
Substitute Teacher
Canutillo Independent School District
10.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Immersive Gamebox
11.2022 - 08.2023
Interim Teacher
Spring ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Lone Star College System
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies- Geology & Education
The University of Texas At El Paso