Maria Mata-Aguilar
Waco
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Waco ISD, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and critical thinking strategies. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, I effectively communicated with parents to ensure student success and well-being.
This year I was designated as Exemplary Teacher through the Teacher Incentive Allotment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Waco ISD
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
School Nurse
La Vega ISD
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw health services for school of 900 students and faculty.
- Provided covid testing to students, teachers and families.
Nurse
Allergy & Asthma Care of Waco
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Provided allergy testing and allergy injections.
- Provided phone triage and completed prescription refills.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Nurse
Family Health Center of Waco
10.2004 - 05.2014
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Provided discharge instructions and follow-up care for post op mothers and newborn babies.
- Provided resources for any needs at discharge for mother and newborn.
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX05.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX05.1995
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
Certified AHA BLS CPR Instructor
Stop the Bleed Instructor
Timeline
Teacher
Waco ISD
08.2021 - 06.2025
School Nurse
La Vega ISD
08.2017 - 05.2021
Nurse
Allergy & Asthma Care of Waco
05.2015 - 07.2017
Nurse
Family Health Center of Waco
10.2004 - 05.2014
Associates Degree - General Studies
McLennan Community College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
McLennan Community College
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