Maria Ortega
Los Fresnos,TX
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. Goal-oriented [Job Title] caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Passionate Teaching Assistant offering [Number]-year background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline. Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assisstant
CNL Southwest Key
30788 Hwy 100 Los Fresnos, Tx 78566
02.2022 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Cahier
HEB Grocery Store
2250 Boca Chica Brownsville Tx 78521
08.2008 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Proactively addressed long lines by opening additional registers when necessary, enhancing customer experience.
- Supported management in implementing operational improvements such as updated training manuals or revised schedules.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Substitute Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
33422 Farm Rd 1575 Los Fresnos Tx, 78566
08.2002 - 08.2008
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Los Fresnos High School
Los Fresnos, TX05.2001
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher Assisstant
CNL Southwest Key
02.2022 - Current
Cahier
HEB Grocery Store
08.2008 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
08.2002 - 08.2008
High School Diploma -
Los Fresnos High School