LIZETTE DE SANTIAGO
Santa Teresa,NM
Summary
Passionate Elementary Teacher for 2 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
GISD
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
Elementary School Teacher
LCPS/WNMU
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
Librarian
GISD
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing and resolving patron concerns or complaints in a timely manner.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
Substitute Teacher
GISD
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM05.2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Collaboration
- Creativity
Additional Information
Developed engaging lesson plans and activities to cater to diverse learning styles., Utilized positive behavior management techniques to create a supportive classroom environment., Provided individualized instruction and interventions to meet the needs of all students., Collaborated with colleagues and parents to foster a strong school community., Used Marzano scales, Iready Istation curriculum for small groups and planning to meet student specialized needs, And many more teaching curriculums used in GISD this year, Developed and implemented cataloging system to improve accessibility of library materials., Conducted research workshops to enhance information literacy skills among library users., Managed library acquisitions and budget to optimize collection development., Collaborated with faculty to integrate library resources into curriculum for student success., Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for organizational tasks., Skilled in managing schedules, appointments, and correspondence for executives and team members., Experienced in composing professional emails, letters, reports, and memos for internal and external communication., Familiar with office equipment such as copiers, printers, and fax machines for administrative tasks., Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles., Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective communication and relationship-building skills., Utilized technology tools for interactive and dynamic presentations for students., Coordinated extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experience and school community., Adapted lesson plans and facilitated learning for various grade levels., Managed classroom behavior and maintained positive learning environment., Provided individualized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs., Collaborated with school staff and communicated effectively with students and parents.
Personal Information
Title: Elementary School Teacher
Certification
- Prek-8th Bilingual Elementary Education, New Mexico Public Education Department - 2024-2028
- EC-6 Core and Bilingual Supplemental Spanish, State Board of Educator Certification Texas - 2024-2030
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
GISD
01.2023 - 05.2024
Elementary School Teacher
LCPS/WNMU
01.2022 - 01.2023
Librarian
GISD
01.2016 - 01.2018
Substitute Teacher
GISD
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western New Mexico University