MARIA ZEPEDA
ATLANTA,Georgia
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Wieuca Road Day School
03.2020 - Current
- Led team of thirty professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to school staff members.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty staff in best practices for instruction to manage human resources goals.
- Planed and implemented staff development and in service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Reviewed and refreshed creative curriculum with faculty members to continuously improve quality of instruction and care.
- Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 6 months - 7 year olds.
- Developed, organized and implemented school's action plan to provide distant learning instruction as soon as possible during Covid -19 lockdown.
- Interacted with parents by email, phone, social media to identify needs and requirements during Covid-19 lockdown.
- Assisted Director with developing an emergency budget to reduce operational costs to maintain 100% faculty and staff members with complete salaries and benefits during lockdown.
- Developed and implemented school's reopening plan following CDC, Fulton Board of Health and Bright from the Start state guidelines.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student and staff safety and campus security.
- Used critical thinking to breakdown problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Wieuca Road Day School
08.2014 - 03.2020
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Created lessons plans, classroom activity calendar and parent newsletter.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Bilingual Elementary Teacher
Instituto Piaget
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Thought in a 100% English environment with native Spanish speaking students.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Administration Assistant
Coca-Cola Latin America Communications
09.2012 - 03.2013
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Assist with all communication activities for Coca Cola in Mexico and Latin America.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for personnel.
- Scheduled appointments and meetings, organized materials and prepared rooms.
- Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients.
- Collaborated with various departments to purchase presents for journalists, VIP executives and providers.
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Wieuca Road Day School
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
American School Foundation Of Guadalajara
03.2001 - 09.2005
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and daily observations.
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays, and documentation.
- Reggio Emilia Approach to learning.
Client Service Specialist
American Express, AMEX
02.1997 - 10.1999
- Trained and supervised junior customer service representatives on best practices to meet organization goals.
- Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
- Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost client satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
Universidad Anáhuac Del Sur
Mexico City, Mexico 06.1997
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Motivated
- Team Building
- Training and Development
- Staff Management
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Employee Relationships
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Safety Requirements
- Childcare Facilities
Baking, painting, orchid collector,
I Love to bake, have taken courses in french baking techniques. I come from a family of painters and ceramists. I enjoy watercolor painting. As a former teacher I used to receive at least a couple of orchids as gifts. I finally got tired of watching them die after several months in my care! I enrolled myself in orchid care classes in the Atlanta Botanical Gardens and the rest is history. I am the proud owner/mamma of 25 orchids! Most of my collection consists of rescued or abandoned orchids that have found me. Orchids have been one of my favorite all time hobbies that have still so much to teach me.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Director
Wieuca Road Day School
03.2020 - Current
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Wieuca Road Day School
08.2014 - 03.2020
Bilingual Elementary Teacher
Instituto Piaget
08.2013 - 07.2014
Administration Assistant
Coca-Cola Latin America Communications
09.2012 - 03.2013
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Wieuca Road Day School
08.2006 - 06.2012
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
American School Foundation Of Guadalajara
03.2001 - 09.2005
Client Service Specialist
American Express, AMEX
02.1997 - 10.1999
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
Universidad Anáhuac Del Sur
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