Martha Haddox
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with over 10 years of expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management. Bilingual in English and Spanish, specializes in creating engaging learning environments that promote holistic development. Focused on fostering strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Spanish Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
Oxnard , CA
09.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging, differentiated lesson plans tailored to the diverse learning needs of TK–2nd grade students.
- Facilitated immersive language activities to enhance student participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cultural topics into curriculum.
- Implemented technology tools to support language learning.
- Utilized various resources such as textbooks, worksheets, audio recordings and videos for teaching purposes.
- Promoted cultural awareness among students by introducing them to Hispanic customs and traditions through class activities.
- Organized and led interactive activities such as games, role-playing exercises, and other engaging educational materials.
Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
Oxnard, California
08.2017 - Current
- Plan and deliver engaging daily lessons aligned with developmental standards.
- Foster safe, inclusive, nurturing classroom environment that supports diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and communicated insights regularly with parents to support student development.
- Support students' social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance instructional practices, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Maintain accurate student records and classroom documentation.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
Oxnard , CA
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted teachers in implementing daily lesson plans for young learners.
- Organized classroom activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Supported children during playtime, encouraging cooperation and teamwork.
- Monitored student behavior, ensuring adherence to school policies and guidelines.
- Helped prepare educational materials and resources for interactive learning.
- Implemented effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors exhibited by some children.
- Provided individual attention to each student, helping them with their academic and social needs.
- Developed engaging story time sessions to encourage language development among young learners.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to Early Childhood Education topics.
- Created a positive learning environment for the students by displaying enthusiasm for teaching.
- Encouraged problem-solving skills among students by using interactive activities during lessons.
- Assisted with the development of cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills of pre-kindergarteners through creative play and hands-on activities.
Preschool Teacher
Mary Law Private School
Oxnard , CA
08.2013 - 07.2016
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all children.
- Facilitated daily activities that promote social and emotional development.
- Implemented age-appropriate educational materials and resources.
- Led group activities to enhance teamwork and cooperation skills.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
Education
Master of Arts - Education in Elementary School
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11-2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03-2022
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA05-2015
Associate of Science - Psychology
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA05-2015
High School Diploma -
Buena High School
Ventura, CA06-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Medical Career Center
Oxnard Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Lesson Planning
- Language Assessment
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Student assessment
- Progress Tracking
- Technology integration
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Detail oriented
- Cultural Activities
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Private Spanish Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
09.2025 - Current
Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Santa Clara Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2017
Preschool Teacher
Mary Law Private School
08.2013 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Education in Elementary School
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Oxnard College
Associate of Science - Psychology
Oxnard College
High School Diploma -
Buena High School
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Medical Career Center