Maria Fernanda Garcia
Marana,AZ
Summary
Organized, proactive and multitasking, committed and hard worker. Bilingual and with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Preschool Teacher
St. Andrews Preschool and Kindergarten
Tucson, AZ
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating and implementing lesson plans for preschoolers.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
- Organized play areas, toys, and learning materials to create a safe and stimulating environment.
- Supervised the children while they were engaged in various activities such as arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play.
- Provided support to teachers in managing classroom resources such as books, supplies, furniture.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Substitute Support Staff Member
Marana Unified School District
Marana, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted students with daily activities and tasks.
- Provided classroom instruction in the absence of the teacher.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess periods.
- Maintained a safe and orderly environment in the classroom.
- Monitored student attendance and performance on tests and quizzes.
- Provided administrative support to faculty members such as making copies of documents or taking notes at meetings.
- Assisted special education teachers in developing and implementing individualized educational plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with physical, mental, or emotional challenges during class activities.
- Supported teachers in managing student behavior by demonstrating positive reinforcement techniques.
- Conducted assessments of student learning outcomes and reported results to teachers or administrators as requested.
Substitute Teacher
International School of Tucson
Tucson, AZ
02.2023 - Current
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Spanish Immersion at different grades.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Coordinated daily tasks between teachers and other staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
- Led after-school programs focused on developing skills in areas like art, music, science, reading comprehension.
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
Substitute Teacher
St. Andrews Preschool
Tucson, AZ
02.2023 - Current
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Helped head teacher by restocking missing or low supplies in classroom.
- Organized and supervised games or other recreational activities.
Translator and Interpreter
Own Business
Tucson, AZ
10.2022 - Current
- Translated client documents between languages.
- Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
- Delivered translation services to clients.
- Elaborated on concepts and ideas expressed between languages.
- Worked with clients to establish translation requirements and scope.
- Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.
- Provided appropriate contextual information to increase clients understanding of translations.
Administration and Finances
Mexican Goverment
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
06.2010 - 10.2014
- Processed financial documents, contracts, expense reports and invoices.
- Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Checked stock to determine inventory levels and maintain office supply products.
- Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Monitored schedules and calendar obligations for executives.
- Booked flights and reserved hotel rooms to plan and coordinate staff travel.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Scheduled appointments, meetings and events for management staff.
- Managed payroll for employees at 3 different locations.
- Prepared purchase orders and expense reports.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Supported special projects upon request from department manager.
- Improved and optimized 4 manufacturing processes by investigating problem areas and recommending solutions that streamlined production.
Education
BBA - Marketing And Sales
Universidad De Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico08.2011
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Enforcing Classroom Rules
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Multitasking and Organization
- Google Classroom
- Classroom and Activity Supervision
- Organization and Planning
- Staff Collaboration
- Decision Making
- Issue Resolution
- Timeline Planning and Management
- Accounting Support
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Sales Plan Implementation
- Data Entry Documentation
- Travel Administration
- PC Proficient
- Oral and Written Communication
- Word Conflict Resolution
- Translation Revisions
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Support Staff Member
Marana Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
St. Andrews Preschool and Kindergarten
07.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
International School of Tucson
02.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
St. Andrews Preschool
02.2023 - Current
Translator and Interpreter
Own Business
10.2022 - Current
Administration and Finances
Mexican Goverment
06.2010 - 10.2014
BBA - Marketing And Sales
Universidad De Guadalajara
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