Marissa Martinez
Mulberry,FL
Summary
Compassionate professional with a comprehensive background in classroom management and social-emotional learning. Known for effectively tracking student progress and adjusting instruction to support Tier 3 students. Aiming to leverage these skills to promote academic success and personal growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Hillsborough County Schools
Trapnell Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Teach all core subjects to a small group of students with a wide range of academic and behavioral needs
- Modify lessons and assignments to help each student learn at their own level
- Build strong relationships with students and created a classroom environment where they felt safe and supported
- Help students develop both academic skills and everyday social/behavior skills
- Track student progress and adjusted instruction, especially for Tier 3 students who needed more intensive support
- Work closely with support staff and families to meet student needs
- Manage classroom routines, expectations, and behavior throughout the day
VE Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
Trapnell Elementary
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided instruction to students in grades 3 and 5 with a range of exceptionalities and learning needs
- Developed and implemented IEP goals in collaboration with parents, general education teachers, and the ESE team
- Attended and participated in IEP meetings to review student progress and adjust services as needed
- Modified and adapted curriculum to meet individual student learning levels and support academic growth
- Collaborated with ESE staff and support personnel to ensure appropriate accommodations and interventions
Student Intern
Hillsborough County Schools
Trapnell Elementary School
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted the teacher with daily lessons in reading, math, science, and social studies
- Worked with small groups and individual students to provide extra support
- Helped manage classroom routines and keep students on task
- Supported students with different learning needs and abilities
- Prepared materials and helped set up classroom activities
- Observed and learned effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques
- Built positive relationships with students and encouraged participation
Preschool Director
O2B Kids
Odessa, FL
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the preschool, including scheduling, staffing, and classroom support
- Supervised and supported teachers, providing guidance, feedback, and training
- Built relationships with families and handled communication, enrollment, and concerns
- Ensured classrooms followed curriculum standards and created a safe, nurturing environment
- Managed licensing requirements and made sure the program stayed in compliance
- Handled administrative tasks such as budgeting, records, and supplies
- Managed a program serving children ages 6 weeks through school age
- Planned and ran the afterschool and summer camp programs
Assistant Preschool Director
O2B Kids
Odessa, FL
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of the preschool, including staffing, scheduling, and classroom support
- Supervised teachers and provided ongoing guidance and training
- Communicated with families regarding enrollment, progress, and concerns
- Managed required paperwork and documentation for VPK and ELC programs
- Ensured the center remained in compliance with state licensing requirements
- Handled administrative tasks such as budgeting, student records, and supplies
Administrative Assistant
O2B Kids!
Oviedo, FL
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Served as lead receptionist for a preschool, afterschool, and summer camp program serving over 200 children
- Managed front desk operations, including greeting families, answering phones, and handling daily inquiries
- Maintained student records, enrollment paperwork, and attendance documentation
- Assisted with scheduling, billing, data entry, and general office tasks
After School and Summer Camp Counselor
O2B Kids
Oviedo, FL
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Supervised and engaged school-age children in afterschool and summer camp programs serving ages 6 weeks to 13 years old
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate curriculum and daily activities across multiple age groups
- Led hands-on learning experiences including preschool science, art projects, gymnastics, and yoga
- Chaperoned and supervised students during field trips, ensuring safety and participation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
12-2024
Skills
- Student engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management
- Multitasking and organization
- Collaborative teamwork
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Exceptional Student Education Temporary Certificate Grades K-12 (7/1/2025-7/1/2029)
- Elementary Education Temporary Certificate Grades K-6 (7/1/2025-7/1/2029)
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Hillsborough County Schools
08.2025 - Current
VE Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
02.2025 - 05.2025
Student Intern
Hillsborough County Schools
09.2024 - 01.2025
Preschool Director
O2B Kids
07.2023 - 08.2024
Assistant Preschool Director
O2B Kids
06.2022 - 07.2023
Administrative Assistant
O2B Kids!
06.2021 - 06.2022
After School and Summer Camp Counselor
O2B Kids
05.2016 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix