Maribel Garza
Baytown,TX
Summary
To obtain a position in elementary education that will allow me to use my strong passion for student development coupled with skills and experience that will enable me to teach, inspire and make a difference in students lives .
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Community Outreach
Inspire Church
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with internal departments to align organizational goals with community outreach initiatives, ensuring maximum impact across multiple areas of focus.
- Procured equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements and community outreach activities.
- Strengthened partnerships with local organizations for collaborative efforts in community development projects.
- Recruited trained, and mentored a strong team of volunteers committed to making a difference in their communities.
- Developed and maintained mutually beneficial relationships with agencies and organizations across city.
Student Teacher
Galena Park Elementary
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Channelview ISD
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood -6 (Bilingual)
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX12.2017
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX05.2014
Skills
- Instructional best practices
- Self-motivated
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Organizational Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Time management abilities
- Google Classroom Proficient
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Director of Community Outreach
Inspire Church
05.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Galena Park Elementary
08.2017 - 12.2017
Special Education Paraprofessional
Channelview ISD
08.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood -6 (Bilingual)
University of Houston - Downtown
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
San Jacinto College District
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