Margarita Zuniga Barrena
Hanford,California
Summary
Dedicated elementary teacher with a strong passion for fostering student academic growth and enhancing student engagement and achievement. Excelled in classroom management and adaptability, significantly contributing to individualized learning success. Spearheaded after-school programs, demonstrating exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transitional Kindergarten/ Kindergarten Teacher
Hanford Elementary School District
Hanford
08.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design individualized learning plans to ensure academic success and social-emotional development.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Built strong relationships with students and families to foster a positive, supportive classroom environment.
Education
Multiple Subject Credential -
California State University, Fresno State
Fresno, CA12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fresno State
Fresno, CA05-2020
Concentration in Child And Family Science -
California State University, Fresno State
Fresno, CA05-2020
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Parent and community engagement
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Technology integration
Accomplishments
- Organized, promoted, and led the inaugural Run Club 2025 for 5th-grade girls.
- Coached and managed school track team for two consecutive years.
- Represented the school as a member of the Technology Advisory Group (TAG) for a duration of two years.
- Facilitated after-school Cooking Club for 2nd-grade students, fostering teamwork and culinary skills.
- Provided tutoring and mentorship for 3rd- and 4th-grade English Language Learners (ELL) after school.
- Volunteered at Parent Nights, actively engaging with the school community.
Certification
- Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA)- Passed 2023
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Transitional Kindergarten/ Kindergarten Teacher
Hanford Elementary School District
08.2022 - Current
Multiple Subject Credential -
California State University, Fresno State
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fresno State
Concentration in Child And Family Science -
California State University, Fresno State
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