MARIA XIMENA GORDO HALL
Blacklick,OH
Summary
Capable educator with several years of experience in professional roles. Excellent classroom management, lecturing and behavior enhancement skills. Collaborative in working with teachers, administrators and specialists to support all student needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Ekiraya School Montessori Education
La Calera, Cundinamarca, Colombia
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing feedback about their child's academic progress.
- Facilitated group discussions between students regarding scientific theories or mathematical equations.
- Planned laboratory experiments using age-appropriate equipment according to safety guidelines.
- Utilized technology such as computers and smart boards to supplement classroom instruction.
High Dosage Math Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Columbus, OH
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Tutored math students of all ages and abilities (K-8)
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
Pedagogical Assistant
ACAIPI
Mitu (Vaupes), Colombia
09.2013 - 12.2016
- Ensured compliance with school policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum objectives, goals, and standards.
- Developed lesson plans, activities, and materials to enhance student learning.
- Assisted teachers in developing innovative instruction methods to meet academic standards.
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Sabio Caldas School
Bogota, Colombia
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing questions that required analysis of topics being studied.
- Instructed students on the principles of scientific inquiry, including formulating hypotheses, collecting data, interpreting results and drawing conclusions.
- Supported extracurricular clubs such as Science Olympiad or Mathletes that promote interest in these subjects.
- Participated in professional development activities aimed at improving instructional methods.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physics
FRANCISCO JOSE DE CALDAS UNIVERSITY
BOGOTA, COLOMBIA04-2011
Skills
- Student engagement
- Instructional strategies
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- STEM integration
- Laboratory management
- Mathematics instruction
- Teaching methodologies
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Software
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook)
Educational software and tools (Canva, kahoot, Google Classroom, class collaborate)
Online collaboration platforms (Padlet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
Educational programing tools (ScratchJr, MBlock, Tinkercad,GeoGebra, PhET Simulations)
Certification
- Substitute Multi-Age PK-12, Columbus City Schools- 2024
Interests
Reading
Language learning
Travel
Volunteering
LEGO Model Building
Artistic Painting
Timeline
High Dosage Math Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
10.2024 - 06.2025
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Ekiraya School Montessori Education
02.2017 - 06.2022
Pedagogical Assistant
ACAIPI
09.2013 - 12.2016
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Sabio Caldas School
06.2010 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Physics
FRANCISCO JOSE DE CALDAS UNIVERSITY