Michael Leal
Austin
Summary
Dynamic educator at Austin Independent School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in lesson planning and fostering student engagement, I create supportive learning environments that promote success. A positive role model, I effectively differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Austin Independent School District
02.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Paraprofessional
Edinburg CISD
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
09.2019 - 02.2024
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX07-2023
High School Diploma -
Edinburg North High School
Edinburg, TX06-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
Timeline
Teacher
Austin Independent School District
02.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Edinburg CISD
02.2024 - 01.2025
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
09.2019 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Edinburg North High School
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