Maria Jose Garrido Rojo
Charleston,SC
Summary
I am a results-driven individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Consistently apply analytical thinking in order to find creative solutions to a diverse array of problems. Looking to create a positive impact in the world of science education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Product Developer
Carolina Biological Supply Company
01.2022 - Current
- Develop three-dimensional hands-on phenomena-based science units
- Develop three-dimensional hands-on problem-based science units
- Conceptualize digital approaches that increase sensemaking opportunities within science curriculum
- Apply a transdisciplinary approach to include literacy and math skills to science units
- Co-develop a program philosophy, curriculum map, and implementation guide
- Streamlined the development workflow for unit the design
- Assist in project management to stay on track with due dates and meet deadlines
- Ensure the quality of materials translated into Spanish
Kindergarten Mentor Teacher / Advanced Academics Program Teacher
Memminger School of Global Studies
Charleston, SC
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Mentor a resident teacher through the Teacher Residency program
- Plan, develop and adapt lessons for the Advanced Academics program
- Plan and develop integrated units of study following the IB curriculum framework
- Implement Fastbridge, KRA, MAP assessments, as well as teacher-created assessments and observations
- Use assessment and observational data to drive instruction
First Grade Virtual Teacher
Buist Academy for Advanced Studies
Charleston, SC
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Delivered synchronous and asynchronous Instruction through online platforms, including Zoom, Seesaw and Canvas
- Planned, developed and adapted lessons and content to students in a virtual setting
- Instructed students in virtual and in-person modes simultaneously for half of the school year
- Created, implemented and modified virtual behavior and classroom management plans
- Established communication protocols with parents of students in a virtual setting
Group Leader
Tinkergarten
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Curriculum Advisory Committee Member
- Equity Team Member
- Grow Local Liaison for DC Metro Area
- Tinkergarten Babies Leader
- Tinkergarten Leader
Kindergarten Teacher
Riverside Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed and Implement units using the STEAM model
- Revised lessons provided by school and align them to the Virginia Standards of Learning
- Unpacked standards to create Project Based Units
- Created, implemented and modified behavior and classroom management plans
- Collaborated in PLC, Data, MTSS and other school meetings
Lead English-Spanish Translator
Edutranslations
Carrboro, NC
01.2012 - 07.2017
- Translated education related documents, including high school and middle school course guides, parent notifications, IEP related documents
Kindergarten Teacher
Northside Elementary School
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans, including Understanding by Design units, Learning Focused Lessons, guided reading, Tier 2 interventions based on Common Core Standards
- Created, implemented and modified behavior and classroom management plans
- Collaborated in PLC, Data, MTSS and other school meetings
- Designated newcomer (students new to the USA) kindergarten teacher
First Grade Teacher
Parkwood Elementary School
Durham, NC
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans, including Integrated lessons, differentiated lessons, guided reading, Tier 2 interventions
- Created, implemented and modified behavior and classroom management plans
- Participated in PLC, Data, RTI and other school meetings
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching in Elementary Education
Meredith College
Raleigh, NC12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Food Science
Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla
Puebla, Mexico05.2010
Skills
- Enthusiastic and proactive
- Organization and logistics
- Literacy and math integration
- Technology integration
- Design thinking
- Product roadmapping
- Inquiry-based learning
- NGSS, PBL, UbD, STEAM
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Curriculum Product Developer
Carolina Biological Supply Company
01.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Mentor Teacher / Advanced Academics Program Teacher
Memminger School of Global Studies
08.2021 - 06.2022
First Grade Virtual Teacher
Buist Academy for Advanced Studies
08.2020 - 06.2021
Group Leader
Tinkergarten
05.2018 - 07.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Riverside Elementary School
08.2017 - 01.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Northside Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
First Grade Teacher
Parkwood Elementary School
01.2015 - 06.2015
Lead English-Spanish Translator
Edutranslations
01.2012 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Teaching in Elementary Education
Meredith College
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Food Science
Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla
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