Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Teacher

Marina Gaid

San Ramon,CA

Summary

Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Goddard School
02.2022 - Current
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement

Lead Teacher

Montessori School Of San Leandro
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Taught student classrooms with varying teaching methods and elevated average GPA
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions
  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners

Customer Service Representative

Walmart
02.2019 - 06.2021
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.
  • Bolstered customer retention by creating and offering unique discount options and inspiring interest in new product lines.
  • Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management, and order calls.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Analyzed customer service trends to discover areas of opportunity and provide feedback to management.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Library And Information Science

School of Business
06.2010

Skills

  • Workers' Compensation Knowledge
  • Records Management Systems
  • Public Relations
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Business Administration
  • Office Meetings
  • Teacher Training
  • Child Development
  • IEP Support
  • Age-Appropriate Discipline
  • Staff Development
  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration
  • Compliance Understanding
  • Classroom management
  • Student-centered learning
  • Group learning mechanics
  • RTI familiarity
  • Classcape knowledge

Certification

EC Assistant and Curriculum 12675. EC Parent Involvement/ Education( Child, Family and Community)-21573.

EC Child Development/ Psychology-21528.

EC Observation in Child Development (Foundational) 12652.

EC Practical Life/ Everyday Living 12887.

EC Sensorial-23451.

I'm taking right now two courses in DVC

1. Intro to Curriculum IN ECE 123-9250, The course will end by 5/19/2023

2. Infant And Toddler Development ECE 231, The course will end by 4/21/2023.

Timeline

Teacher

Goddard School
02.2022 - Current

Lead Teacher

Montessori School Of San Leandro
08.2021 - 02.2022

Customer Service Representative

Walmart
02.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Library And Information Science

School of Business
Marina Gaid