Lisset Contreras
Austin,TX
Summary
Substitute Teacher with many years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals while their teacher is absent. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Stehlik Elementary
Houston, TX
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to ensure student comprehension of material.
- Organized classroom activities and monitored students' progress in order to facilitate learning.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to engage all students in the learning process.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students by setting clear expectations and implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Assisted with the administration of standardized tests as needed.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop and enhance instructional strategies for maximum student achievement.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to school policies.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians in order to promote student success.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Hill Elementary School
Houston, Texas
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to ensure student comprehension of material.
- Organized classroom activities and monitored students' progress in order to facilitate learning.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to engage all students in the learning process.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students by setting clear expectations and implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Assisted with the administration of standardized tests as needed.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop and enhance instructional strategies for maximum student achievement.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to school policies.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians in order to promote student success.
Substitute Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05-2017
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Smartboard technology
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
- I am missing two major exams before being certified which are: EC-6 generalist and BTLPT
- I have obtained the Texas Reading Academies
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Stehlik Elementary
07.2022 - 06.2024
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Hill Elementary School
07.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
08.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
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