Maria Isabel Machin
Winter Springs,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated and detail oriented professional with strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Proven excellence and deep understanding of educational K-12 data analysis, finances, and instructional standards and strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Grant Procurement Administrator
Mater Academy, Inc.
, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Prepared reports to track progress of grant funded expenses.
- Managed the procurement process from purchase order generation to delivery of goods or services.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all purchases made by the organization including invoices, contracts.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures related to grant management and recommended changes as needed.
- Analyzed data from previous grants to identify areas for improvement in future programs.
- Monitored grant program activities, including financial reporting and compliance with grant requirements.
- Monitored all active grants for compliance with terms and conditions set forth by the funder.
- Built and strengthened client relationships to form long-lasting, profitable bonds.
- Determined and tracked budget expenses with accuracy and transparency.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to grants management best practices.
- Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies related to procurement procedures and practices.
ESOL Coordinator
Mater Academy of St. Cloud
St. Cloud, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure effective integration of ESL students into mainstream classrooms.
- Provided guidance and assistance to new teachers working with ESL students.
- Worked with school administrators to determine course needs and set frameworks.
- Collaborated with other departments such as special education and counseling services to create appropriate accommodations for ESL students.
- Demonstrated knowledge of varied learning modalities.
- Advised teachers on how to effectively incorporate ESL strategies into their classroom instruction.
- Maintained records of student performance for reporting purposes.
Lead Teacher/School Administrator
Mater Academy St. Cloud
St. Cloud, FL
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Fostered positive school culture and promoted safety and equity for students.
- Aligned curriculum, instruction and assessment tools to support teacher development.
- Analyzed student data to identify and implement academic growth initiatives.
- Developed and implemented strategic vision and mission for continuous and positive school growth.
- Designed processes to engage families and community members in student learning and bolster attendance at events.
- Designed and utilized communication strategies to notify stakeholders of positive changes.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Lead Teacher/School Administrator
Mater Palms Academy
Kissimmee, FL
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Facilitates communication between personnel, students and/or parents for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
- Grade level meetings, processes, etc. for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and/or making data driven instructional decisions.
- Collaborating with instructional staff to analyze school and student data to determine action strategies for Multi Tiered Support System (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI).
- Implements policies, procedures and/or processes for the purpose of providing direction and/or complying with mandated requirements.
- Collaborate with teachers to plan data driven instructional lesson plans, guide collaborative conversations for instructional strategies, curriculum challenges and solutions.
- Coordinate Professional Developments as PD liaison; asses school and teacher needs, develop and plan effective professional developments to fulfill annual school goals and help instructional staff achieve highest professional growth potential.
- Participate in the interview panel for instructional staff.
- Create procedures for induction and retention of instructional staff, such as orientations, trainings, team building, recognition and motivational activities.
- Observe instruction via informal walk through; provide timely feedback Model instructional strategies in the classroom
- Coordinate Testing Schedule for statewide assessments. Aligning student accommodations carefully for testing.
- Attends monthly District sponsored meetings for Testing Coordinator and MTSS Coach.
Course Developer/Professor
Doral College
Miami, FL
12.2018 - 07.2021
- Developed interesting and interactive learning media to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff members to provide best-in-class educational opportunities for students.
- Developed and improved curricula, course formats and lesson presentations for diverse topics.
- Demonstrated knowledge of varied learning modalities.
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension.
- Expected to instruct adult learners via online course once the Bachelor in Education Program starts in Doral College
Instructional Coach
Mater Gardens Academy
Hialeah, FL
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Collaborate with teachers to plan data driven instructional lesson plans, guide collaborative conversations for instructional strategies, curriculum challenges and solutions.
- Coordinate Professional Developments as PD liaison; asses school and teacher needs, develop and plan effective professional developments to fulfill annual school goals and help instructional staff achieve their deliberate growth practice target.
- Participate in the interview panel for instructional staff.
- Create procedures for induction and retention of instructional staff, such as orientations, trainings, team building,recognition and motivational activities.
Education
School Leadership Institute - Educational Leadership
Doral College
Miami, FL12.2018
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership
Barry University
2016
Master of Science - Reading
Barry University
2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education w/ESOL endorsement
Barry University
2008
Skills
- Fundraising campaigns
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Analyze assessment data
- Curriculum development
- Staff development
- Applicant sourcing
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Resume scanning
- College recruiting
- Procurement
- Data Organization
- Effective Communication
- Telephone and Email Etiquette
- File Maintenance
- Academic Administration
- Instructional Leadership
- Standardized Testing and Scoring
- Student Performance Data
- Technology Integrations
- Employee Oversight
- Community Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Public Speaking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Grant Procurement Administrator
Mater Academy, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher/School Administrator
Mater Academy St. Cloud
02.2021 - 09.2022
ESOL Coordinator
Mater Academy of St. Cloud
01.2021 - Current
Course Developer/Professor
Doral College
12.2018 - 07.2021
Lead Teacher/School Administrator
Mater Palms Academy
07.2017 - 02.2021
Instructional Coach
Mater Gardens Academy
06.2015 - 06.2017
School Leadership Institute - Educational Leadership
Doral College
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership
Barry University
Master of Science - Reading
Barry University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education w/ESOL endorsement
Barry University
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