María Agudelo
Queens,New York
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 4th Teacher Teacher Assistant
United Nations International School
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Substitute Teacher Pre-K – 8th Grade
United Nations International School
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported the classroom teacher in preparing and implementing daily lesson plans
- Prepare and organize developmentally appropriate academic activities
- Led reading groups and supervised activities in classrooms.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
First Grade, Spanish Teacher Assistant
International School of Brooklyn
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Assisted with maintaining an age-appropriate curriculum to create a stimulating, enriching, and experiential learning environment
- Prepared and facilitated lessons in Spanish, ELA, Math, Humanities, SEL to students
- Prepared lessons materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations
- Tutored and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Participated in Teacher Parent conferences regarding students´ progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Spanish Education
City College of New York of The City University of New York, The
New York, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/Childhood Bilingual Education
York College
Queens, New York05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts
Queensborough Community College
Queens, United States05.2012
Skills
- Bilingual - Fluent in English and Spanish
- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills
- Team player
- Strong organizational skills
- Academic Risk-taker
Affiliations
- Sociedad Hispánica Sigma Delta Pi
Certification
- Candidate to receive the New York State public School Spanish teacher license.
Timeline
Grade 4th Teacher Teacher Assistant
United Nations International School
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher Pre-K – 8th Grade
United Nations International School
12.2020 - 01.2022
First Grade, Spanish Teacher Assistant
International School of Brooklyn
04.2016 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Secondary Spanish Education
City College of New York of The City University of New York, The
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/Childhood Bilingual Education
York College
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts
Queensborough Community College
- Candidate to receive the New York State public School Spanish teacher license.
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