Maria Borjon
Arlington,TX
Summary
Certified Bilingual elementary teacher. I'm going on my second school year of instructing as a third grade teacher. I was a substitute teacher for about three years and for two prior years my experience came from my junior and senior year of high school where I was in the "Ready Set Teach" program. I also maintained my classroom experience by volunteering after my college classes at Rankin Elementary, until I became a certified substitute teacher. I have now entered into my second year as a third grade bilingual teacher. Enthusiastic, creative and adaptable to institutional needs. Encouraging and compassionate approach fostering positive learning environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Arlington ISD
Arlington, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for grade level.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Created collaborative environment in classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods to address curriculum objectives.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Developed lesson plans and facilitated instruction to educate students in Math, Reading,Social Studies,Writing and Science.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.
Shift Supervisor
KFC
Arlington, Texas
11.2013 - Current
- Assisted the general manager during assigned periods and trained over 20 new team members.
- Motivated team members to complete assigned tasks and perform at exceptional levels.
- Addressed employee and production issues to determine and implement optimal resolutions, preventing wasted resources and maintaining schedules.
- Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
- Trained over 20 employees over a week in effective work procedures and performance strategies.
- Monitored employee performance and safety, conducting retraining to correct problems and optimize productivity.
- Answered and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
- Performed store opening and closing procedures, including setting up registers and checking products.
- Sustained safety protocols to ensure proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready at all times, maintaining strict compliance with food safety guidelines to keep products within tight tolerances.
- Utilized security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to keep production operating at peak levels and consistently meet challenging daily demands.
- Patrolled work areas every 3 days to inspect operations, identify concerns and implement corrective actions.
- Cultivated performance-based and collaborative culture by recognizing achievements and promoting from within.
- Sustained safety protocol to ensure proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Identified equipment malfunctions by using various troubleshooting methods, including sending paper work to corresponding department.
- Established solid working relationships with peers, cashiers and cooks through effective communication, listening and cooperation skills.
- Employed optimal safety practices, including correct procedures for washing hands and correct nonslip shoes with zero complaints, hazards, incidents or lost-time accidents.
- Cleaned work areas regularly to keep team efficient and eliminate any safety concerns.
- Used Windows 10 software to report inventory balances and cycle counts.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
- Supervised successful team of 2 cashiers,2 packers,1 cook and 1 cook by conveying project information consistently, quickly resolving issues and delivering constructive feedback.
- Assessed employees' strengths and delegated tasks based upon expertise and knowledge, which increased workflows by 5%.
Substitute Teacher
Arlington Independent School District
Arlington, TX
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Proctored standardized tests, maintaining strict requirements and complete student records.
- Leveraged diverse instructional strategies and hands-on activities to engage students and boost understanding of material.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with different learning styles and ability levels.
- Worked with fellow teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve support for diverse students.
- Helped learners of all abilities build learning and study skills to promote life-long educational goals.
- Documented growth, development and understanding displayed by all students through outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Filled in for 4th grade teacher over an almost 2 month period, including handling all assignments, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on set schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques for classroom discipline.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Implemented lesson plans outlined by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Maintained current student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Managed classrooms of 17 to 24 students during absence of assigned teachers.
- Taught 2 bilingual classes of about 17-20 students for about 35 days, keeping up with lesson plans and student assignments.
- Assigned homework to students based on curricula and made modifications based on daily progress.
- Oversaw pop quizzes, material exams and standardized tests.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Directed group activities to promote immersive, play-based learning.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Educated elementary school students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Studied Science and English school subjects to better understand student content and assist with projects and assignments.
- Organized lesson plans using Google Docs for long-term interim assignments.
- Used diverse technologies to help students grasp materials and enhance overall education.
- Promoted learning by leveraging range of traditional and modern instructional strategies.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Reported problem students to grade level teacher leader, maintaining control of classrooms of up to 24 students.
- Provided instruction for 18+ students in all subject areas.
- Requested as substitute teacher for Elementary Prek-6 classrooms by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Education
Certified K-6 Elementary Teacher - Education
Educator Preparation Program in Texas- ECAP
Richland Hills, TX06.2021
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2019
Skills
- Behavior modeling
- Technology savvy
- Proctoring
- Analytical skills
- Results-focused
- Individualized care
- Effective listening
- Compliance
- Knowledge in Science
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Learning assessments
- Classroom discipline
- Positive student engagement
- Quizzes, tests and exams
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Course material development
Timeline
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Arlington ISD
08.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Arlington Independent School District
11.2017 - 05.2020
Shift Supervisor
KFC
11.2013 - Current
Certified K-6 Elementary Teacher - Education
Educator Preparation Program in Texas- ECAP
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Texas At Arlington