Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Awards
Additional Information
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Monica Leija

Brownsville,Texas

Summary

As a youth care worker, teacher, case manager, and teaching assistant with 18 years of teaching experience, I bring a comprehensive set of skills to support and enrich young people's learning and adaptation to their current environment. My strengths include being a trusted, youth-focused collaborator with a strong ability to motivate through positive encouragement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

SOUTHWEST KEY PROGRAM
01.2017 - 03.2025
  • My training and experience have prepared me to handle diverse student needs and contribute meaningfully to any school or shelter environment. Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and or on field trips. Tutor and assist children help them master assignments. Provide extra assistance to students with special needs.

Education

Master's Degree - Psychology

UNITEC
Online
12.2024

Bachelor's Degree - Laws

Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi
San Luis Potosi, Mx
06.2000

High School Diploma - General

UCEM
San Luis Potosi, SL
06.1996

Skills

  • Break down complex concepts for diverse learning styles
  • Create standards-aligned lessons, units, and assessments
  • Develop assessments and provide data-driven feedback
  • Support classroom management and inclusive practices
  • Differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs
  • Facilitate clear communication and team collaboration
  • Integrate educational technology to enhance learning
  • Promote professional growth with research-based strategies
  • Streamline planning, grading, and admin tasks
  • Advocate for cultural sensitivity and equity in education

Certification

  • 12/2024 CPR Southwest key Programs
  • 12/2024 CPI Southwest Key

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

SOUTHWEST KEY PROGRAM
01.2017 - 03.2025

Master's Degree - Psychology

UNITEC

Bachelor's Degree - Laws

Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi

High School Diploma - General

UCEM

Awards

Activities realized and competitions of poetry, spelling, and choreographed dancing

Additional Information

I'm a great person to work with. I enjoy working with children, helping them bring out their best.