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Kandace Lopez

Kandace Lopez

Odessa

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Ector County Independent School District
01.2022 - Current

I am currently an educator teaching 11th grade students in US History. I use TEKS and a scope and sequence as well as my knowledge in history to provide my students with well rounded knowledge to help understand the past and to better navigate their future.

English Second Language Aide

Odessa High School
08.2018 - Current
  • I help students from other countries learn the English language. I give students tools on how to utilize their resources. I help with homework, work in class, keeping students focused on graduating, I also file paperwork, and audit the students files for the state of Texas.

Student Assistant

University of Texas of the Permian Basin: Advancement Department
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Taking care of filing, answering the phones, helping with different task around the office. I also am in charge of making sure the office is organized. I work with the other members of the advancement department to help the university succeed and have funds to continue thriving. I also have experience helping the office in fundraising activities to provide equality for all student life.

Front Desk Agent

Marriott Hotel
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • My role with this company included ensuring guest were accommodated, answering phones, taking care of billing issues, and always making sure the guest were satisfied.

Special education aide

Ireland elementary
11.2017 - 08.2018
  • I help teach the kids the material they need to learn. I also change diapers when needed, get their lunch, go with the students to their general classes and help them understand the material.

Education

High school diploma -

Odessa high school

B.A. - History

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin
Odessa, TX
12.2021

Associate degree - General studies

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
05.2018

Skills

  • Customer Service Skills, Microsoft office, key boarding, excel, medical terminology, computer science knowledge (5 years)
  • ESL (5 year)
  • Literature
  • Teaching (4 years)
  • Communications
  • Powerpoint (4 years)
  • Typing (10 years)
  • Problem solving (8 years)
  • Filing (1 year)
  • Organizational Skills (10 years)
  • Tutoring
  • Special Education
  • Autism Experience
  • English
  • Developmental Disabilities Experience
  • Technology implementation
  • Student needs assessment
  • Assessment design
  • Knowledge of psychology
  • Time management
  • Lesson planning
  • Relationship building
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent interaction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Cultural awareness
  • Teaching strategies
  • Student engagement
  • Active listening
  • Child development
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum development
  • Class instruction
  • Peer mentoring
  • Project-based learning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student motivation
  • Student interaction
  • Student records management
  • Practical learning
  • Formative assessment
  • Remote learning
  • Program development
  • Academic goals
  • Educational technology
  • Continuing education
  • Online teaching
  • Academic advisement
  • Student relations
  • Peer evaluation
  • Clear communication
  • Empathy and patience
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Instructional planning
  • Leadership development
  • Behavior management
  • Goal setting
  • Student assessment
  • Wellness promotion
  • Academic discipline
  • Literacy strategies
  • Public health education
  • Expertise in history
  • Historical research

Accomplishments

Received the Teacher Incentive Allotment as an Exemplary educator

  • Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of Living History to enhance student knowledge.

Timeline

Educator

Ector County Independent School District
01.2022 - Current

Front Desk Agent

Marriott Hotel
11.2019 - 04.2020

Student Assistant

University of Texas of the Permian Basin: Advancement Department
08.2019 - 05.2021

English Second Language Aide

Odessa High School
08.2018 - Current

Special education aide

Ireland elementary
11.2017 - 08.2018

B.A. - History

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin

Associate degree - General studies

Odessa College

High school diploma -

Odessa high school

Additional Information

I am seeking different ways to utilize my history degree and take skills I have acquired and enhance them while obtaining new skills that can help me in whatever direction I take, whether educating the youth or researching. I am self-driven and determined and know that whatever I put my mind to, I will achieve.