Maritza Salmeron
Margate,United States
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with expertise in leadership, organization, and strategic problem-solving. Proven ability to manage complex initiatives, coordinate diverse stakeholders, and implement systems that enhance efficiency. Skilled in building relationships, identifying improvement opportunities, and guiding projects from planning to execution. Committed to fostering growth and delivering impactful results that align people, processes, and purpose.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TEACHER-ESE SPECIALIZED PRE-SCHOOL
Broward County Public Schools
Broward County, FL
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented individualized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals to support academic, social-emotional, communication, and adaptive skill development.
- Created and maintained inclusive, structured learning environment that enhanced student engagement, independence, and positive behavior.
- Conducted ongoing assessments, collected data, and monitored student progress to inform instruction and ensure compliance with special education requirements.
- Collaborated with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and other multidisciplinary team members to address student needs.
- Facilitated IEP meetings and communicated with parents and guardians to keep them informed on student progress and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based behavioral interventions and positive behavior support strategies to improve student outcomes.
- Adapted curriculum, instructional materials, and classroom activities to accommodate diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
- Utilized assistive technology and specialized instructional strategies to enhance communication and participation for students with disabilities.
- Planned and delivered developmentally appropriate lessons that supported kindergarten readiness and early childhood learning standards.
- Coordinated transition planning and collaborated with receiving teachers and support staff to ensure smooth transitions for students into kindergarten programs.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education - Broward County Public Schools
Broward County, United States
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered instruction and guidance to support student learning in the absence of regular teacher.
- Delivered engaging lessons across diverse subjects and grade levels.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to follow lesson plans and instructional goals.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive and focused learning environment.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented safety protocols and encouraged open communication to ensure a safe and secure classroom environment.
Teacher Assistant-Bilingual
Broward County Public Schools
Margate, United States
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated bilingual communication among stakeholders to enhance collaboration and engagement.
- Coordinated communication among teachers, administrators, students, and families to align efforts with educational objectives.
- Resolved issues and identified solutions to promote student success and advance organizational goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement educational plans and support services.
- Managed documentation, records, and reporting requirements while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Supported process execution and daily operational activities in a fast-paced environment.
Product Owner
AffordableHousing.com
Boca Raton, United States
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Defined product vision and strategy aligned with company goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver product features on schedule while ensuring high quality.
- Prioritized and managed product backlog to maximize value and align with stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated sprint planning and daily stand-up meetings to align team efforts.
- Engaged stakeholders to gather actionable feedback, refining product requirements to better meet user needs.
- Managed product lifecycle from conception through launch and iteration.
- Analyzed user feedback to inform continuous product improvements.
- Communicated with stakeholders to clarify product requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals.
Software QA Analyst
AffordableHousing.com
Boca Raton, United States
09.2014 - 03.2019
- Developed and managed comprehensive test cases to ensure application quality
- Executed all levels of testing including functional, regression, negative, user acceptance, smoke, and sanity testing on new, modified, and/or enhancements
- Identified, analyzed, and documented application bugs to improve software reliability
- Facilitated deployment processes to confirm operational readiness of testing and production environments
- Prepared for and led sprint reviews for stakeholders at the end of each sprint
- Actively participated in design meetings
- Completed ad hoc assignments based on project demands
Customer Service Representative
AffordableHousing.com
Boca Raton, United States
03.2012 - 09.2014
- Communicated with customers via phone, email, chat, and Zoom
- Answered customer questions and concerns in a timely manner
- Resolved customer questions and concerns promptly, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Investigated and troubleshot customer complaints to identify root causes and improve service delivery
- Provided effective workarounds and temporary solutions to minimize customer disruption
- Entered data accurately across multiple platforms
Education
Certificate - Project Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2026
Bachelor of Applied Science - BAS - Technology Management
Broward College
05-2022
Associate of Arts - AA - Information Technology Project Management
Broward College
Skills
- Teaching and lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Instructional adaptation
- Bilingual engagement
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Project coordination
- Stakeholder management
- Problem resolution strategies
- Data analysis
- Document and schedule management
- Task prioritization and accountability
- Agile project management
- Technical support
- Productivity techniques
- Cross-functional communication
- Public speaking
- Emotional intelligence
- Business analysis
Certification
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Scrum Alliance
Issued Nov 2019
Credential ID 000974797 - Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Scrum Alliance
Issued Aug 2019
Credential ID 000974797 - Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute
Issued Mar 2025 · Expires Mar 2028
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Project & Collaboration Tools: Atlassian Jira, Confluence, Trello, Azure DevOps
- Testing & Quality Assurance Tools: TestRail
- Database Management: SQL Server
- Content Creation & Training Tools: Snagit, Camtasia
Timeline
TEACHER-ESE SPECIALIZED PRE-SCHOOL
Broward County Public Schools
08.2025 - 06.2026
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education - Broward County Public Schools
01.2024 - 08.2025
Teacher Assistant-Bilingual
Broward County Public Schools
09.2022 - 07.2023
Product Owner
AffordableHousing.com
05.2019 - 02.2022
Software QA Analyst
AffordableHousing.com
09.2014 - 03.2019
Customer Service Representative
AffordableHousing.com
03.2012 - 09.2014
Certificate - Project Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Applied Science - BAS - Technology Management
Broward College
Associate of Arts - AA - Information Technology Project Management
Broward College