17 years of experience in creating and presenting assessment materials, as well as 16 years of experience in government administration and finance, seeking to obtain a job opportunity on the basis of previous work experience while implementing effective learning strategies and communication strategies.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Dulce Elementary, Dulce High School
Dulce, NM
08.2012 - Current
First Place in Mixed Media – Westmoreland Art Nationals Juried Fine Art & Photography Exhibition 2021, ’s Task Force for Teacher Evaluation
K-5 Plus Site Director for, for Dulce with Teacher Leader Team
PBL Leadership Team representing
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Middle School Art Teacher
Highland Junior High School
Hobbs, NM
08.2011 - 07.2012
Engage all students through interactive and hands on activities involving creative and artistic problem solving
Worked diligently with math and reading specialist to better implement projects to increase student practical application to life situations
Taught Pre-Ap Art program to prepare students in art related fields.
Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media
Taught students to identify key elements of style, intent and emotion when experiencing art
Provided feedback to students and parents on progress and abilities
Created dynamic group projects to teach collaboration and teamwork
Maintained student attendance, grades and other required records using
Teacher/Organizer
Hobbs ISD
Hobbs, NM
08.2008 - 07.2012
Presented 3-D Art workshop to district wide second grade instructors
Chaired Eagle Trust Fund Foundation Committee for initial implementation stage
Served on Teacher Advisory Board for Superintendent of Schools 2
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Hobbs Junior College
Hobbs, NM
08.2010 - 05.2012
Beginning Digital Photography / Beginning Photoshop / Art History I
Students were introduced to Digital Photography through hands on experience including portraits, still life, animal, and abstract photography
Students participated in workshops to learn F-Stops and experiment with exposure times
In Photoshop students learned tools and filters through activities such as CD / DVD cover designs, creating advertisements, as well as designing book covers
In Art History I students were challenged to explore, explain, and re-create famous works of art
Students also participated in weekly current event in field of art.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
First Grade
Will Rogers Elementary
Hobbs, NM
08.2008 - 07.2011
All students demonstrated significant growth in Dibels, as well as Star Math and Literacy Assessments
Engage all students through interactive and hands on activities involving creative and artistic problem solving
Worked diligently with math specialist to better implement Investigations Math program for better student understanding.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
Art Teachr
Logan SHREC Summer
Logan, NM
06.2008 - 07.2010
Visual Arts Pre-K through 6th
Incorporated literacy, art and exploration to engage all students in hands on activities to enrich their learning experiences
In charge of SHREC parade float design and act ivies – Placed every year
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Tutoring After School
Taylor & Will Rogers Elementary
Hobbs, NM
01.2008 - 05.2010
After School Tutoring 3rd – 6th
All students better prepared for state mandated testing in spring.
Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Art Teacher
Clovis High School Art
Clovis, NM
08.2007 - 07.2008
Arts & Craft, Photography, Ceramics
All students demonstrated significant growth and understanding of Art history, art theory, and creative process
Engage all students through interactive and hands on activities involving creative and artistic problem solving.
Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
Pre-School SPED Instructor
Los Ninos
Clovis, NM
08.2006 - 07.2007
Special Education Pre-K 3year olds
All students demonstrated significant growth in Brigance Diagnostic II
All students demonstrated growth in participation and IEP requirements.
Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
Kindergarten Teacher
Sandia Elementary
Clovis, NM
08.2005 - 07.2006
All students demonstrated significant growth in Star Literacy Assessments
100% students reached school target goal in SME Lab both in reading and in math by first of May of school year
One third of students began testing in Accelerated Reading by mid-term.
Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary.
Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
Education
M.Ed - Integrated Teaching Through the Arts
Lesley University
2008
Alternative Teaching Licensure Program - undefined
Clovis Community College
2005
BFA - Graphic Design/ Interdisciplinary
ENMU
2002
Associate of Art -
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM
05.2000
Skills
Computer Skills
Adobe Photoshop 2022
Dreamweaver
Adobe Illustrator 2022
Microsoft Suite
Adobe InDesign 2022
Canvas
PowerSchool
Classroom management
Curriculum Development
Differentiated instruction
Experiential learning
Test Proctoring
Social-Emotional Learning training
Accomplishments
Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for Dulce High School staff in Sept. 2017.
Spearheaded group to support teachers with small grants - Eagle Fund
Named "Teacher of the Year" at Will Rogers Elementary in 2009.
Timeline
Teacher
Dulce Elementary, Dulce High School
08.2012 - Current
Middle School Art Teacher
Highland Junior High School
08.2011 - 07.2012
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Hobbs Junior College
08.2010 - 05.2012
Teacher/Organizer
Hobbs ISD
08.2008 - 07.2012
First Grade
Will Rogers Elementary
08.2008 - 07.2011
Art Teachr
Logan SHREC Summer
06.2008 - 07.2010
Tutoring After School
Taylor & Will Rogers Elementary
01.2008 - 05.2010
Art Teacher
Clovis High School Art
08.2007 - 07.2008
Pre-School SPED Instructor
Los Ninos
08.2006 - 07.2007
Kindergarten Teacher
Sandia Elementary
08.2005 - 07.2006
M.Ed - Integrated Teaching Through the Arts
Lesley University
Alternative Teaching Licensure Program - undefined