Maya Martin
Woodlawn High School
Baltimore,MD
4
Languages
9
years of professional experience
Professional educator skilled in English literature with keen focus on fostering student growth and academic achievement. Possess solid background in curriculum development, classroom management, and literary analysis.
Work History
English Literature and Language Teacher
1 Year 11 Months- Plans and implements appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level or materials. Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
- Develops, adapts, modifies, and individualizes educational materials, resources, techniques, methods, and strategies to meet the needs of students within the City Schools curriculum framework.
- Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
- Established and maintained effective discipline and management procedures, fostering appropriate student behavior within school settings.
- Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a student's progress.
- Coordinated instructional activities and collaborated with other professional staff to maximize learning opportunities.
- Assumes direct responsibility for the development of appropriate behavior of students within the school setting by establishing and maintaining effective discipline and management procedures.
- Manages the behavior of learners in instructional settings to ensure the environment is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school, center, school grounds, or work site.
- Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
- Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a student's progress.
- Ensures classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are in good condition and accessible to students.
- Assigns work to and oversees paraprofessionals, parents, and student volunteers as required.
- Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
10 Months- Plans and implements appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level or materials. Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
- Develops, adapts, modifies, and individualizes educational materials, resources, techniques, methods, and strategies to meet the needs of students within the City Schools curriculum framework.
- Developed and individualized educational materials and strategies to effectively meet diverse student needs within City Schools curriculum framework.
- Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
- Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a student(s) progress.
- Coordinated instructional activities and collaborated with other professional staff to maximize learning opportunities.
- Requested assistance and worked with resource personnel to support student learning.
- Participated in in-service and staff development activities and meetings to improve teaching practices.
- Monitors student behavior in non-instructional areas as assigned or required and intervenes to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to administrators as appropriate.
- Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a student(s)' progress.
- Collaborates with other professionals (guidance counselors, librarians, etc.) to carry out school wide instructional or related activities.
- Requests assistance and works with resource personnel, as needed.
- Assigned work to and oversaw paraprofessionals, parents, and student volunteers to support classroom activities.
- Participates in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
- Serves at two or more schools on a regular basis if itinerant.
- Makes off school site visits to monitor students or confers with employers or site instructors as required.
- Monitored student behavior in non-instructional areas and intervened to control disruptive behavior, reporting incidents to administrators.
- Assigns work to and oversees paraprofessionals, parents, and student volunteers as required.
- May sponsor or coordinate extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
- Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards
Shift Lead
5 Months- Provide leadership and guidance to staff, ensuring they comprehend their roles and responsibilities.
- Assist patients with their inquiries, provide product recommendations, and provide a positive and informative experience for each patient
- Monitor stock and ensure adequate supplies are available, and coordinate with the inventory or purchasing team to restock as needed.
- Manage cash registers, performing cash reconciliations, and ensuring accurate accounting procedures are followed.
- Verify patient’s IDs, adhering to product restrictions and limits, and maintaining accurate records.
Teachers Aide
10 Months- Assisted teachers in managing classroom environment to foster positive learning atmosphere.
- Monitored students during class, recess, and lunchtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Graded assignments, tests, and exams under the supervision of the teacher.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents to ensure clarity and support.
Shift Supervisor
3 Years 5 Months- Oversaw shift operations, ensuring quality products consistently met company standards.
- Maintained shift staffing levels aligned with projected sales and customer demand.
- Coached team members during shifts to enhance accountability and performance.
- Participated in leadership meetings to develop new policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and minimized loss, following company systems and guidelines.
- Prepared end-of-shift reports for management review and approval.
- Cultivated and maintained work culture through team building and positive interactions.
Jewelry Sales Associate
1 Year 7 Months- Greeted customers and ascertained what each customer wanted and needed.
- Exchanged merchandise for customers and accepted returns.
- Computed sales prices, total purchases and received and processed cash and credit payment.
- Recommended, select, and help locate and obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
Education
B.A - English
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
M.T.A
M.F.A
Skills
Literary analysis
Differentiated instruction
Creative writing
Student engagement
Curriculum development
Behavioral Management
Bilingual
Team Building
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Internships
- Centre For Literary Arts, Frostburg State University, Bookkeeper (August 2021 - December 2021)
Timeline
English Literature and Language Teacher
Woodlawn High School
08.2024 - 07.2026Read More
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Violetville Elementary Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Shift Lead
Rise Dispensary
01.2023 - 06.2023Read More
Teachers Aide
Joppatowne Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee
12.2019 - 05.2023Read More
Jewelry Sales Associate
Kohls
06.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Towson University
M.F.A
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Loyola University
M.T.A
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Frostburg State University
B.A from English
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Moreland University
Master of Arts from Secondary Education
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