MARILYN MELENDEZ
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Motivated Social Studies Teacher excellent at creating positive educational climates for students. Organized and reliable with expertise in social studies for grades 7-12. Proficient in applying various principles of learning to effectively teach social studies to over 160+ students. Enthusiastic teacher dedicated to inspiring students to understand and appreciate rights, privileges, and civic duties. Cultivate an understanding of geographical, historical, cultural, and political factors that influence world regions. Teaching to motivate students to develop sound opinions based on research of facts regarding national and global politics. Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties, and responsibilities as citizens. Explain concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics, and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises, and encourages student participation during classroom activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Frenship ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Ability to manage a classroom up to 30 students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
Student Teacher
Frenship ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked with my classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Student Teacher
Lubbock ISD
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked with my classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Ability to manage a classroom up to 30 students.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills to enable students to step out of their comfort zone.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2021
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom Management
- Technology Implementation
- IEP understanding
- Curriculum Development
- Faculty Collaboration
- Social studies
- Positive Learning Environment
- Texas Teaching Certificate
- Licensed to teach social studies grades 7-12
Accomplishments
Nominated Rookie teacher of the year for Frenship High School 2021-2022
Nominated for the 2024 Humanities Texas Award for outstanding early-career teaching
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Frenship ISD
08.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Frenship ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
Student Teacher
Lubbock ISD
09.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - History, Education
Texas Tech University
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