Marco Velarde Jr.
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a distinguished career as a Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, complemented by extensive experience as a Substitute Special Needs Assistant at Buena Park School District. Proven leader with a track record of success in commanding and mentoring large groups of Marines in both combat and non-combat environments. Demonstrated excellence in team leadership, behavior management, and strategic decision-making under pressure. Adept at fostering engagement through positive reinforcement, with a strong ability to adapt teaching methods to enhance comprehension. Expertise in cultural sensitivity and subject matter, ensuring effective communication and collaboration in diverse settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Special Needs Assistant
Buena Park School District
2022.11 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Gunnery Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
2006.01 - 2022.10
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Cypress College
Cypress, CA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
Bell, Ca06.2005
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Subject matter expertise
- Motivation Techniques
- Relationship building and management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Organization
- Behavior Modeling
- Discipline
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Special Needs Assistant
Buena Park School District
2022.11 - Current
Gunnery Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
2006.01 - 2022.10
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
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