Marcia Mendoza
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with over 7 years of experience teaching in 3rd-5th-grade classrooms. Passionate about fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that promotes academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and critical thinking skills development. Skilled in designing and implementing differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, while integrating technology and hands-on learning experiences to enhance the curriculum. Committed to collaboration with colleagues, parents, and support staff to ensure the success of all students. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and stakeholders. Continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth and development to stay current with best practices in education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Fresno Unified School
08.2018 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Teacher
VCS
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in Education
National University
Fresno, CA06.2020
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
National University
Fresno, CA09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
California State University of Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2015
Skills
- Common Core Standards
- Professional Development
- Technology Integration
- Parental Communication
- Math Lesson Design
- Behavior Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Teacher Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving skills
- Professional Development
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Fresno Unified School
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
VCS
08.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Masters in Education
National University
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
California State University of Fresno
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