Marco Romeo Martínez
Austin,TX
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cooking Instructor
Young Chefs Academy
09.2024 - Current
- Lead culinary classes for youth, focusing on foundational skills and safety
- Design engaging lesson plans tailored to students’ developmental levels and cooking abilities
- Supervise kitchen operations, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficiency
- Instruct on key techniques (knife safety, ingredient handling, recipe execution) to build core culinary skills
- Collaborate with team members to maintain educational standards and provide mentorship
Independent ESL Teacher/Tutor
Independent ESL Teacher/Tutor
03.2024 - Current
- Develop customized lesson plans targeting grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversation
- Assess student progress using quizzes and verbal evaluations, delivering actionable feedback for improvement
- Create an inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere to encourage active participation
- Provide one-on-one tutoring to address individual language challenges and increase student confidence
Youth Organizing Coordinator
NMCAN
10.2013 - 08.2022
- Recruited and engaged youth with lived experience in foster care, juvenile justice, and homelessness for leadership programs
- Led orientations and workshops on advocacy, life skills, and leadership development
- Managed mentor-mentee relationships, offering 24/7 crisis support and facilitating training events
- Connected youth with resources in housing, education, and employment, ensuring culturally relevant support
- Contributed to program improvements through data analysis, assessments, and adherence to program requirements
Education
B.A. - Liberal Arts
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMTESOL Certification -
Texas A&M University
Austin, TX12.2024
High School Diploma -
West Mesa High School
Albuquerque, NM12.2012
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Classroom Management
- Language Instruction
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Mentoring & Coaching
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Parent communication
- Cross-cultural communication
Leadership Experience
- NMCAN Youth Advocate (Volunteer), 2013 to 2021, Engaged in direct advocacy and mentoring of youth experiencing challenges such as foster care, juvenile justice, and homelessness., Developed programs and initiatives that promoted equity and inclusion, empowering youth through advocacy and leadership., Provided ongoing mentorship, training, and emotional support to youth, advocating for systemic change and equal opportunities., Collaborated with community stakeholders and organizations to strengthen services and ensure access to resources for at-risk youth.
- Young Fellow, Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative, 2017 to 2023, Presented at national conferences on youth advocacy and policy., Mentored youth leaders, strengthening their skills in public speaking and advocacy for systemic change.
Languages
Spanish
English
Certification
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate - Texas A&M University
Timeline
Cooking Instructor
Young Chefs Academy
09.2024 - Current
Independent ESL Teacher/Tutor
Independent ESL Teacher/Tutor
03.2024 - Current
Youth Organizing Coordinator
NMCAN
10.2013 - 08.2022
TESOL Certification -
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
West Mesa High School
B.A. - Liberal Arts
University of New Mexico
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