Martha Matu
Pittsburg,CA
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
San Juan Preschool
Citrus Heights, CA
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
Roseville, CA
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
Team Leader
Jamba Juice
Pittsburg , CA
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
Private Nanny
Private Care
Contra Costa County
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
Education
Finance
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CADiploma -
Deer Valley High School
Antioch, CA06.2017
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Safety awareness
- Lesson development
- Teacher Training
- Special Education
- Behavior Management
- Critical Thinking
- Small Group Instruction
- Motivating students
- Curriculum Development
- Child Development
Certification
CPR
Teacher
Timeline
Lead Teacher
San Juan Preschool
06.2022 - 04.2024
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2020 - 04.2022
Team Leader
Jamba Juice
04.2018 - 08.2020
Private Nanny
Private Care
07.2017 - 02.2018
Finance
Los Medanos College
Diploma -
Deer Valley High School