Marissa Borjon
Denton,TX
Summary
Results-oriented driven professional with a strong work ethic, proactive attitude, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Experienced in working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Excel in communication, team work, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse settings and environments. Eager to contribute to meeting company needs and support organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Wild Hearts Nature Preschool
Aubrey, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities
- Utilized various instructional strategies, such as cooperative learning, hands-on activities, and technology integration, to enhance student engagement and comprehension
- Created a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and fostering a supportive community of learners
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that integrated multiple subjects into cohesive lessons
Youth Care Specialist
Cumberland Youth and Family Services
Denton, TX
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted assessments of families in need of foster care
- Worked with foster families to ensure child safety and well-being
- Maintained records and reports of all activities related to foster care
- Provided advice and support to youth
- Arranged for medical treatment and other services for foster children
- Maintained daily reports of each youth under care
- Transported youth to school, dental appointments, physical therapy, etc
- Performed nightly checks on youth overnight
Teacher
Kiddie Academy
Aubrey, TX
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Supervised and Educated children ages 4 years to 5 years old in a classroom setting
- Followed and created curriculum on a daily basis
- Adhered to state standards on safety and cleanliness
- Attended to each child's individual needs and fostered early development
- Distributed prepared food at established mealtimes
- Communicated daily with Families and Staff regarding wellbeing and safety of children
- Ensured a safe, caring, and comfortable environment for children and parents to engage in suitable and educational activities in order to develop their mental, emotional, and social skill sets
Adult Probation Officer
Denton CSCD
Denton, TX
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed the needs of the probationers and the risks to the community
- Supervised a caseload of selected adults who have been sentenced by the courts to community supervision, instead of jail or prison, for committing a felony or misdemeanor offenses
- Conducted scheduled meetings with probationers to ensure adherence to terms of probation, and maintaining records of probationers' activities and status
- Maintained individual case files, recorded all contacts, and prepared reports of client's status to the courts
- Obtained urine and hair samples for drug use analysis
- Communicated with counselors and agencies to provide human services to probationers, and maintained knowledge of needs, status, progress, etc
Detention Officer
Denton County Sheriffs Office
Denton, TX
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Processed inmates, maintained jail security, and served meals to the inmates
- Patrolled jail areas periodically in order to ensure security and maintain order
- Conducted a daily count and updated records daily
- Supervised inmates during meals, personal hygiene, and related activities for conformance to the institutional rules, regulations, and procedures
- Checked on the inmate's physical and emotional condition daily and documented these findings
- Ensured the care and maintenance of the facility was up to standards set by Denton County and dispensed cleaning items as needed
- Performed related tasks as required
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
Denton, TX
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked as a substitute by choosing daily jobs listed in substitute portal
- Supervise and follow directions/sub plan with students for the day
- Communicated with teachers and parents of daily class
- Followed written instructions to lead a scheduled itinerary for the day
Youth Care Worker
Cumberland Presbyterian Children's Home
Denton, TX
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised and Cared for youth ages 12 years to 18 years in a residential program
- This program was made to cater to youth in foster situation and provide normalcy in day to day life
- Worked with other youth care workers in a cottage/dorm style living arrangement
- Overseen by a cottage manager and supervisors
Teacher
Alpha Christian Academy
Denton, TX
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Educated youth ages 5 years to 11 years in a daycare setting in an after school program
- Aided in homework and served dinner
- Encouraged participating in activities listed in curriculum
- During summertime program: Created and executed a program that incorporated a variety of educational learning each week
- Monitored youth on coordinated field trips
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2019
Skills
- Foundational Education Experience
- Adolescent Care Oversight
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Risk and needs assessments
- Systematic Task Management
- First Aid Certified
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Skilled in Oral and Written Communication
- Behavioral Intervention Strategies
- Sanitation Expertise
- Instructional Background
- Bilingual: Spanish
- Client Case Coordination
- Child Development Expertise
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem-solving aptitude
Languages
- Spanish, Intermediate
- English, Fluent
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certification, 03/01/24- 03/31/26
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Teacher
Wild Hearts Nature Preschool
09.2024 - Current
Youth Care Specialist
Cumberland Youth and Family Services
02.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher
Kiddie Academy
05.2023 - 01.2024
Adult Probation Officer
Denton CSCD
05.2022 - 12.2022
Detention Officer
Denton County Sheriffs Office
06.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
02.2021 - 06.2021
Youth Care Worker
Cumberland Presbyterian Children's Home
09.2018 - 01.2020
Teacher
Alpha Christian Academy
01.2015 - 08.2018
- CPR/BLS Certification, 03/01/24- 03/31/26
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
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