Karen Gomez
KATY,TX
Summary
Passionate about fostering student learning and unlocking their full potential, upbeat and dedicated Elementary Teacher with a talent for creating positive classroom environments. Excels in guiding students towards improved behavior through forward-thinking strategies. Known for ability to build caring relationships with students, brings analytical mindset and strong decision-making skills to the table.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Teacher
The English School of Bolivia - Footprints
02.2010 - 11.2023
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents
High School English as Second Language Teacher
Kanata School
02.2009 - 11.2009
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
Sales Representative Team Leader
Santillana de Editions Editorial Group.
10.2006 - 04.2008
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives
- Enhanced territory operations through successful cold-calling of area business leaders and establishing favorable contracts
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements
- Met frequently with technical, product management and service personnel to stay current on company offerings and business policies
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts
- Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns and employed sales tactics as part of territory development
- Increased sales by offering consultation on products and services and applying customer service and upselling techniques
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients
- Effectively sold significant overstock of inventory, reducing overhead and improving cash flow
- Attended advanced training sessions and conferences to increase product knowledge and productivity
- Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance
- Set up calendar with customer birthdays and other special events for personal touch
- Documented customer interactions using SalesForce to capture data in processing system
Education
Course - TESOL (Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages), TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners)
Intesol World Wide
05.2021
Course - TEFL (Teaching English As A Foreign Language), TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners)
Intesol World Wide
05.2021
Undergraduate - Course On Pedagogical Updating And Training in The Productive Socio-Community Model (MESCP)
Teacher Training College Simon Rodriguez
01.2021
Course - TOEFEL – ENGLISH EXAM PREPARATION COURSE
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
03.2006
Course - AMERICAN CULTURE
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
05.2005
Undergraduate - Applied Linguistics
San Simon University
09.2003
Skills
- Educational Planning
- Student counseling
- Activity Planning
- Safety awareness
- Behavioral improvements
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Decision-Making
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Parent-teacher communication
Skills
Very Good, Very Good, Excellent, Excellent, Very Good, Excellent, Very Good, Very Good, Excellent, Very Good, Very Good
Hobbies and Interests
My field of work has been teaching until now and I enjoy it very much, however throughout my life I worked in different positions from nanny, sales representative and even as secretary. I consider myself an adaptable person and a fast learner so I am willing to learn new things.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
The English School of Bolivia - Footprints
02.2010 - 11.2023
High School English as Second Language Teacher
Kanata School
02.2009 - 11.2009
Sales Representative Team Leader
Santillana de Editions Editorial Group.
10.2006 - 04.2008
Course - TEFL (Teaching English As A Foreign Language), TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners)
Intesol World Wide
Undergraduate - Course On Pedagogical Updating And Training in The Productive Socio-Community Model (MESCP)
Teacher Training College Simon Rodriguez
Course - TOEFEL – ENGLISH EXAM PREPARATION COURSE
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
Course - AMERICAN CULTURE
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
Undergraduate - Applied Linguistics
San Simon University
Course - TESOL (Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages), TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners)
Intesol World Wide
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