Joshua Flores
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Accomplished Science Department Chair and TIA Exemplary Designated Teacher at Vanguard Academy Charter School, adept in curriculum development and instructional leadership. Excelled in fostering student engagement and spearheading technology initiatives, achieving significant academic excellence. Skilled in team management and strategic planning, with a proven track record in enhancing department collaboration and student success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Department Chair
Vanguard Academy Charter School
08.2018 - Current
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
High School Science Teacher
Vanguard Academy Charter School
08.2017 - Current
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum for over five years.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Senior Team Leader
Target
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.
- Discovered training needs and provided coaching.
- Managed inventories and stock and kept detailed records of inventory use and sales.
- Produced weekly, daily and monthly activity reports and forecasts.
- Identified stock imperfections, assigned grades, and noted production concerns based on regular inspections.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Texas - Pan American
Edinburg, TX06.2013
Skills
- Alumni relations
- Team Management
- Student Engagement
- Department collaboration
- Fundraising strategies
- Laboratory Management
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Academic advising
- Strategic Planning
- Testing administration
Accomplishments
- Directed integration of Sirius Education STAAR program into all STAAR tested classrooms.
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
- Recognized as Exemplary through the Teacher Incentive Allotment initiative at Vanguard Academy in 2023-2024.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Won “Outstanding Achievement Award" for continually achieving State Assessment passing results of 96% or higher.
Certification
- 7th grade-12th grade Science Teacher Certified , TEA - 2020-2026
- Designated Exemplary Teacher- 2023- July 31, 2028
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Science Department Chair
Vanguard Academy Charter School
08.2018 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Vanguard Academy Charter School
08.2017 - Current
Senior Team Leader
Target
10.2012 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Texas - Pan American
- 7th grade-12th grade Science Teacher Certified , TEA - 2020-2026
- Designated Exemplary Teacher- 2023- July 31, 2028
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