Marcella Gutierrez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Acorn Sponsor
Northside Independent Sch District
San Antonio, TX
10.2022 - Current
- Led biweekly meetings for Project Acorn, educating students on environmental activism
- Established seven additional garden beds to cultivate a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs, ensuring a constant supply of produce for our school food bank.
- Designed and deployed a weather station for real-time monitoring of atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, contributing to ongoing climate change research
- Successfully secured funding through the annual Project Acorn Grant for the upkeep of new beds
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade Team Lead
Northside Independent Sch District
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Ensured lessons were tailored to meet state standards and district curriculum timelines.
- Conducted daily morning meetings to educate students on emotional intelligence.
- Evaluated and refined teaching approaches based on student assessment data
- Facilitated regular discussions with administrators and parents to strategize customized plans for student achievement in academics and behavior.
- Provided extra support for struggling students outside of regular classes.
- Attended IEP meetings with parents, administrators, counselors, and specialists.
- Developed individualized education plans for special needs students.
Assistant Teacher
Country Home Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
08.2020 - 11.2024
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during class activities.
- Supervised playgrounds and other recreational areas to ensure safety of the children at all times.
- Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
- Provided individual attention to each student by addressing their needs promptly and positively reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Collaborated with Lead Teacher in developing lesson plans that incorporated various teaching methods such as storytelling, music, art, and field trips.
After-School Teacher
Kids Involvement Network
San Antonio, TX
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated fun, hands-on activities for students.
- Participated in professional development sessions related to best practices in education.
- Adapted instructional materials according to the individual needs of each student.
- Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and incentives.
- Assisted students in completing homework assignments and projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08-2022
Associate of Arts - Education
Alamo Colleges
San Antonio, TX06-2021
Skills
- Special Education
- Peer Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Project-based learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Instructional technology
- Standardized tests
- Team Collaboration
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Accomplishments
- Project Acorn Grant 2024
- First Year Teacher of the Year 2023
Certification
- EC-6th Grade Certified Teacher
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Acorn Sponsor
Northside Independent Sch District
10.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade Team Lead
Northside Independent Sch District
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Country Home Learning Center
08.2020 - 11.2024
After-School Teacher
Kids Involvement Network
12.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Texas Tech University
Associate of Arts - Education
Alamo Colleges
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