Maria Schwarz
Palmetto,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised. Detail-oriented, experienced and confident in helping students excel through individual and small group instruction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
PK and Elementary School Tutor
Brighton Learning Inc.
Tampa, FL
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to introduce students to the basics of English grammar and writing techniques.
- Assisted in student evaluations and assessments, providing feedback.
- Provided individual guidance for struggling learners by helping them understand complex concepts related to English language arts.
- Established relationships with parents and guardians to provide regular updates on academic performance.
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
- Adapted instructional strategies based on individual student needs, learning styles, abilities.
Pre School and Elementary Substitute Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
Tampa, FL
NaN NaN - 05.2020
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
President and Educational Consultant
Learn Aid of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico
07.2000 - 09.2016
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Recommended corrective actions to conform to quality specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Early Intervention Certificate
Public Health School UPR
Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico06-2004
PHD in Elementary Education / Early Childhood
Berne University International Graduate School
Campus In St Kitts - Nevis, West Indies08-1999
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision Elementary Schools
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
Puerto Rico Campus08-1992
Skills
- Subject Expertise
- Patience and Empathy
- Study Skills Coaching
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Evaluation
- Test Preparation
Timeline
PK and Elementary School Tutor
Brighton Learning Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2020
President and Educational Consultant
Learn Aid of Puerto Rico
07.2000 - 09.2016
Pre School and Elementary Substitute Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
NaN NaN - 05.2020
Master of Science - Early Intervention Certificate
Public Health School UPR
PHD in Elementary Education / Early Childhood
Berne University International Graduate School
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision Elementary Schools
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ