Marlene Chato
Tohatchi
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in social studies. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, always driving towards educational excellence. Effective communicator with focus on fostering positive, results-driven learning environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Central Consolidated School District
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
Summer Kamp Coordinator
Central Consolidated School District
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Sanders Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- 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.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
Special Education Record Clerk
Gallup McKinley County School District
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive documents through proper storage methods and restricted access control implementation.
Retention Program Technician
Haskell Indian Nations University
03.2012 - 02.2016
- Conduct intake interviews with students.
- Provide information on established support services regarding Student Success Center program and rules.
- Maintain student academic files.
- Prepare/coordinated referrals to support and assistance programs including tutoring, counseling, career and guidance services.
- Assist students with course scheduling and selection according to their degree requirements.
Adjunct Instructor
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Taught Navajo language to promote development of language skills with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- Promoted active learning by encouraging class participation and hands-on experiences during lessons.
Senior Academic Advisor
University Of New Mexico - Gallup Campus
03.2005 - 08.2008
- Coordinated events such as new student orientation, open houses, and information sessions to engage the campus community.
- Implemented data-driven initiatives to improve retention rates among first-year students.
- Streamlined academic advising processes for improved efficiency and student satisfaction.
- Increased graduation rates by identifying at-risk students and providing targeted interventions.
Education Specialist
Navajo Nation Department of Youth
02.2005 - 04.2006
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development, and growth.
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs, adapting instructional approaches to meet their unique learning requirements.
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering mutual respect and open communication among students.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Gallup McKinley County School District
08.1997 - 05.2001
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American History / Minor Library Science
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM08-1997
Skills
- Peer collaboration
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Assessment strategies
- Instructional technology
- Classroom management
- Lesson plan implementation
- English as a second language (ESL)
Languages
Navajo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Summer Kamp Coordinator
Central Consolidated School District
06.2024 - 06.2024
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Central Consolidated School District
08.2023 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Sanders Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Record Clerk
Gallup McKinley County School District
09.2019 - 08.2020
Retention Program Technician
Haskell Indian Nations University
03.2012 - 02.2016
Adjunct Instructor
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus
08.2006 - 06.2010
Senior Academic Advisor
University Of New Mexico - Gallup Campus
03.2005 - 08.2008
Education Specialist
Navajo Nation Department of Youth
02.2005 - 04.2006
High School Social Studies Teacher
Gallup McKinley County School District
08.1997 - 05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - American History / Minor Library Science
University of New Mexico
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