Marcos Castaneda
El Paso,TX
Summary
Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 8 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Math Teacher
El Paso ISD
09.2017 - Current
- Improved student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and problem-solving techniques into lessons.
- Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful communication and encouraging teamwork among students.
- Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest trends in mathematics education and pedagogy.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Implemented data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas where students needed additional support, leading to improved test scores over time.
- Enhanced student engagement by using a variety of teaching methods, including group activities, lectures, and hands-on projects.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback to help them improve their performance.
Special Education Instructional Aide
Ysleta Independent School District
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Developed and managed instructional materials and reports.
- Supported students during transition periods between activities, reducing anxiety and ensuring smooth transitions throughout the day.
Education
Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies - Mathematics Education
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2015
Skills
- Geometry concepts
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Curriculum design
- Licensed in Texas
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Proficient in IXL, Carnegie Learning, Khan Academy, Excel and Power Point
- Test proctoring
- Graphical interpretation
- Algebraic reasoning
- Mathematical modeling
Certification
- State Teaching Certification or License - Texas Department of Education. Mathematics 7-12
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
El Paso ISD
09.2017 - Current
Special Education Instructional Aide
Ysleta Independent School District
08.2015 - 09.2017
- State Teaching Certification or License - Texas Department of Education. Mathematics 7-12
Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies - Mathematics Education
The University of Texas At El Paso
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