Hi, I’m
Mayelin Florentino Vargas
New York,NY
It’s not what happens to you, but how you reach to it that matters.
Epictetus
Summary
With a strong background in UX/UI design, I am eager to secure a new opportunity that will allow me to apply my skills and continue to gro
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
New York City Department Of Education, New York
Middle School Spanish Teacher
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment to promote emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Analyzed data obtained from assessments in order to plan future lessons that would help improve student performance.
- Utilized inclusive and culturally methodologies in my practice to create a learning environment that engages students from diverse backgrounds.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
New York City Department Of Education, New York
English as a New Language Teacher
01.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as role-playing, storytelling, and group discussions to create engaging classroom experiences that catered to different learning styles.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop scaffolds for each student, ensuring progress.
- Practiced English speaking and listening through guided class discussions.
- Researched and proposed new solutions to make curriculum more accessible.
New York City Department Of Education, New York
Elementary School Teacher
11.2014 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised curriculums to meet educational objectives.
- Prepared tests, evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff through open communication and online platforms.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
Education
Columbia Engineering Boot CampsNew York, NY
Certificate from UX/UI Boot Camp
03.2024
Adelphi UniversityGarden City, NY
MBA from Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
08.2021
Lehman College of The City University of New YorkThe Bronx, NY
Master of Science from Childhood Education
09.2014
Lehman College of The City University of New YorkThe Bronx, NY
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
01.2013
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New YorkNew York, NY
Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2010
Skills
Interactive teaching methods
Empathy and patience
Teaching Diverse Learners
User Research
Usability Testing
Responsive design
Information Architecture
CSS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSoftware
HTML5
CSS
Bootstrap
Javascript
Interests
Dance
Music
Travel
Cooking
Timeline
Middle School Spanish Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2023 - Current
English as a New Language Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.2022 - 08.2023
Elementary School Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
11.2014 - 01.2022
Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Certificate from UX/UI Boot Camp
Adelphi University
MBA from Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Master of Science from Childhood Education
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies