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MARIANA ÁLVAREZ-TOSTADO

Kirkland,WA

Summary

Over 17 years of teaching experience including private preparatory high schools in Mexico City, public school in the US, one-on-one teaching with individually catered curriculum, homeschool students, college classes, and tutoring.

Passionate about sharing love of mathematics and using students' strengths to build successes and create accommodations as needed.

Expertise in teaching gifted and twice-exceptional students.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Mathematics Teacher

Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
08.2021 - Current
  • Taught mostly high school courses (Algebra I to Calculus II) and some middle school classes (Advanced Pre-Algebra to Algebra II with Trigonometry).
  • Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Reduced skills gaps due to the pandemic (average of 3
  • Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
  • Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
  • Member of DEI team

Mathematics Teacher

Brightmont Academy
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Taught students in one-on-one setting.
  • Middle to high school level mathematics, Spanish and science.
  • Modified approach to engage students and have them overcome their learning challenges.
  • Helped students overcome math anxiety and previous negative experiences.

Teacher

Bellevue College
01.2018 - 03.2021
  • Taught a Stress Management class for autistic students as part of their Autism Navigators Program.

Course Designer and Teacher

Self-employed
09.2014 - Current
  • Design, implement and teach mathematics curriculum for individual students.
  • For homeschool students and those whose academic needs were not met in school.
  • Pace, depth, and approach geared to student's needs and interests.

Tutor

Self-employed
01.2006 - Current
  • Tutored students: elementary aged to adult.
  • Taught wide variety of mathematics topics, classes and levels and also Spanish.
  • Supplemented curriculum as needed.
  • Use of manipulatives and apps.

Mathematics Teacher

Lake Washington High School
09.2002 - 06.2004
  • Worked with mathematics department to design and implement state testing preparation materials.
  • Worked on collaborative learning in classroom.

Mathematics Teacher and Coordinator

Tecnologico de Monterrey Campus CCM
08.1995 - 12.1998
  • Taught all mathematics classes in both Spanish and English.
  • Trigonometry Coordinator. Overlooked 4-10 teachers.
  • Designed departmental tests and didactical materials.
  • Ensured that all 10-20 sections moved at similar pace and levels.
  • Member of team that designed an alternative Interdisciplinary High School Option CEPAN.
  • Guest teacher in this program.

Education

Master in Teaching - Secondary Mathematics

Seattle University
Seattle, WA
2002

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

ITAM (Mexico Autonomous Institute of Technology)
Mexico City
1994

Skills

  • Certificate of Secondary Mathematics Education (lapsed)
  • Ample experience with students who have learning disabilities and other neurological differences, as well as gifted and twice-exceptional
  • Cultural awareness
  • Differentiating instruction
  • Work collaboratively with other adults
  • Student-centered approach
  • Familiar with UDL principles

Objective

Seeking a Mathematics Teacher position at a mission driven school. Interested in empowering students to be confident problem solvers that can tackle complex situations and can communicate their approaches effectively. 

Additional Information

  • Member of the Equity Team, Lake Washington School District (5 years)
  • Girl Guide and Girl Scout leader over 15 years, international experiences
  • Program Aide Advisor for a Girl Scout Day Camp (10 years). Design teen volunteer training, support teens to create camp programming, and help them teach and supervise campers.

Timeline

Mathematics Teacher

Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
08.2021 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Brightmont Academy
08.2018 - 07.2021

Teacher

Bellevue College
01.2018 - 03.2021

Course Designer and Teacher

Self-employed
09.2014 - Current

Tutor

Self-employed
01.2006 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Lake Washington High School
09.2002 - 06.2004

Mathematics Teacher and Coordinator

Tecnologico de Monterrey Campus CCM
08.1995 - 12.1998

Master in Teaching - Secondary Mathematics

Seattle University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

ITAM (Mexico Autonomous Institute of Technology)

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