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Maria Gabriella Sosa

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Hillsides
10.2022 - Current
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Scheduled monthly conferences with students to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Oversaw academic program evaluation, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Ensured compliance with state education regulations, maintaining accurate records and submitting required reports in a timely manner.
  • Evaluated educational materials including textbooks, supplementary resources, software applications for alignment with curricular goals.
  • Facilitated an inclusive environment that welcomed diverse perspectives, allowing students and staff to thrive in a multicultural learning community.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
  • Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
  • Set up computers and networking systems and delivered step-by-step instructions on basic use.
  • Enhanced students' computer skills by providing hands-on learning opportunities in a classroom setting.

Teacher

Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School
07.2010 - 06.2022
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Tracked project performance to analyze successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
  • Built successful project plans covering objectives, resources and staffing to meet schedules.
  • Obtained needed resources by strategically negotiating with stakeholders and outside suppliers.
  • Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
  • Recorded and edited videos for use in later courses or by remote learners.
  • Developed individualized plans to help customers reach goals within predetermined timelines.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.

Summer School Coordinator

Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School
05.2013 - 08.2019
  • Oversee, developed, and coordinated summer program of school by providing weekly activities
  • Created weekly newsletters of summer school program.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Kept summer school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Collaborated with Principal to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Oversaw school expenditure for students to receive maximum educational benefits.

FLS Instructor

Citrus College
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.

Education

Master’s Degree in Education -

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA

Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies -

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Professional Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Computer Proficient
  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Enrichment Programs
  • Group and Individual Instruction

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

Hillsides
10.2022 - Current

FLS Instructor

Citrus College
05.2016 - 08.2016

Summer School Coordinator

Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School
05.2013 - 08.2019

Teacher

Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School
07.2010 - 06.2022

Master’s Degree in Education -

University of La Verne

Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies -

University of La Verne

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