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Mariela Saldana-Delgado

Forney,TX

Summary

Dynamic Biology Teacher with a proven track record at Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy, enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson planning and hands-on activities. Skilled in classroom management and standardized testing, fostering a positive learning environment that promotes respect and open dialogue. Committed to refining curriculum based on data-driven insights.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Biology Teacher

Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
08.2014 - Current
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
  • Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
  • Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Assessed data from standardized tests results to identify areas for instructional improvement, refining curriculum content accordingly.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.

Sales Associate

Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
08.2012 - 01.2014
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.

Education

Biology

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Fajardo, PR
05-2010

High School Diploma -

Colegio Nuestra Señora Del Pilar
Canovanas, PR
05-2002

Skills

  • Biology content knowledge
  • Lesson planning
  • Standardized testing
  • Classroom management
  • Technology implementation
  • Microscopy techniques
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Student engagement
  • Classroom facilitation
  • Lab safety procedures
  • Animal dissection
  • Differentiated instruction

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Biology Teacher

Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
08.2014 - Current

Sales Associate

Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
08.2012 - 01.2014

Biology

Inter American University of Puerto Rico

High School Diploma -

Colegio Nuestra Señora Del Pilar