Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
Kourtney Velasquez

Kourtney Velasquez

Schertz,TX

Summary

Dedicated Substitute Teacher with extensive experience enhancing classroom dynamics and maintaining organization across various educational settings. Proficient in quickly adapting to lesson plans, ensuring minimal disruption to student learning. Committed to fostering a positive and engaging atmosphere that supports academic growth.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Great Hearts Live Oak
Live Oak, TX
10.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Marion School District
Marion, TX
09.2024 - Current
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.

Cosmetologist

Self-employeed
San Antonio, TX
07.1996 - Current
  • Trained or supervised other hairstylists, hairdressers and assistants.
  • Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay up-to-date with trends in the industry.
  • Assisted with basic bookkeeping, filing and maintaining clients' records.

Substitute Teacher

Science School of Technology
Schertz, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.

Student Intern

Department of Justice
San Antonio, TX
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by answering phones, sorting mail, filing documents, and scheduling appointments.
  • Scanned documents into digital formats for easy retrieval from the database system.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
04-2025

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
12-2024

Skills

  • Activity management
  • Discipline
  • Analytical skills
  • Individualized care
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Positive reinforcement

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Planting and gardening

Accomplishments

  • The National Society of Leadership and Success NSLS
  • Dean's List

Certification

  • License in Cosmetology

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Substitute Teacher - Great Hearts Live Oak
10.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher - Marion School District
09.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher - Science School of Technology
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Intern - Department of Justice
02.2023 - 12.2023
Cosmetologist - Self-employeed
07.1996 - Current
  • License in Cosmetology
University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business
University of Phoenix - Associate of Arts, Business Administration
Kourtney Velasquez