Olivia Flores
Saginaw,MI
Summary
Patient and effectual Educator, proficient in instructing Spanish to Middle School Students. Committed to instilling comprehensive understanding of language and culture through imaginative and efficient lesson plans. Fluent in Spanish and English. Also, familiar with the Hispanic Culture (Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican, Spaniard, and Venezuelan).
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Interventionist
Saginaw Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by implementing targeted academic interventions based on individual needs.
- Fostered positive partnerships with community organizations that provided additional resources for struggling students.
- Improved student engagement by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Assisted faculty in securing materials to support instruction.
- Created a supportive learning environment that fostered increased confidence and motivation among struggling students.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction, targeting specific areas of weakness in reading, writing, and math skills.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in academic intervention techniques.
Middle School Guidance Counselor
Saginaw Public Schools
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Assisted in the transition process for incoming and outgoing students by providing orientation sessions or collaborating with feeder schools on information sharing.
- Spearheaded college preparation workshops to equip students with essential knowledge for post-secondary success.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress, identify areas of improvement, and strategize interventions.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive guidance and support services.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, providing valuable insights into student performance and growth opportunities.
- Advised at-risk students on developing coping strategies for dealing with stressors inside and outside of the school environment.
- Established strong relationships with community resources to provide additional support services for students in need.
- Promoted a positive school climate by implementing anti-bullying initiatives and fostering inclusive environments.
- Conducted small group counseling sessions to address specific social-emotional needs of students.
- Upheld ethical standards and maintained confidential student records in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Supported efforts towards continuous improvement through participation in faculty meetings or serving on committees related to curriculum planning or staff development.
- Implemented career exploration activities, helping students identify their interests and potential career paths.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
Spanish Long-Term Substitute Teacher
West Branch Local Schools
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Provided one-on-one tutoring for struggling students, resulting in improved grades and overall performance.
- Organized extracurricular activities related to Spanish culture, promoting increased interest in the subject matter outside of class time.
- Implemented creative teaching strategies that captured students'' attention and made complex topics easier to understand.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students by integrating diverse cultural elements into lesson plans and classroom discussions.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring all students had access to the curriculum.
- Maintained regular communication with parents regarding student progress, addressing any concerns or issues proactively.
- Assisted in updating the Spanish curriculum based on current research and best practices, improving overall quality of instruction in the program.
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive group activities and projects in lessons.
- Managed classroom effectively by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent discipline, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Boosted students'' confidence and fluency in Spanish language through engaging conversation practice sessions.
- Contributed to a supportive school community by participating in staff meetings, professional development workshops, and other events that fostered collaboration among faculty members.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
Jr. High School Guidance Counselor
Gladwin Community Schools
01.2006 - 06.2012
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
- Offered extra assistance to students of impoverished backgrounds by providing clothes for job interviews and support for basic needs.
- Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies to coordinate services that support the overall well-being of students.
- Developed comprehensive career planning programs for all grade levels, fostering a strong focus on future goals.
- Connected families with community resources to address barriers affecting the student''s educational success or wellbeing.
- Coordinated standardized testing procedures, ensuring accuracy in administration and reporting of results.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, addressing mental health concerns in a timely fashion with appropriate referrals.
- Reduced student stress levels by implementing effective time management strategies and organizational skills.
- Created a supportive environment for diverse student populations with various academic, social, and emotional needs.
- Improved communication between parents, students, and teachers by organizing regular meetings to discuss academic progress and goals.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
Middle School Counselor
Saginaw Public Schools
08.2002 - 12.2005
- Served as an advocate for at-risk youth within the middle school population by working closely with multidisciplinary teams focused on intervention efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support was available for affected individuals.
- Maintained detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of individualized student support plans.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data analysis techniques to inform improvements and adjustments based on student needs and feedback.
- Conducted classroom observations to identify areas where social-emotional supports could be integrated into lesson plans more effectively.
- Supported diverse learners with tailored counseling services to address unique needs and challenges effectively.
- Improved communication between school staff, students, and families by organizing regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Assisted in college and career planning by conducting informational sessions and providing resources to students and families.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by hosting informative events that encouraged collaboration between home and school environments.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive counseling services and addressing various concerns.
- Initiated peer mentorship program, pairing older students with younger ones for guidance and support throughout the school year.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Education
No Degree - Certificate in Medical Coding Course
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education/Spanish
Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, Mi12.2006
Master of Arts - Limited Professional Counseling/School Guidance
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI06.2004
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Social-Emotional Support
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
- Motivating students
- Group and individual instruction
- Student Counseling
- Teacher Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Continuous professional development
- Excellent Communication
- Career Exploration
- Multicultural Competence
- Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Student Advocacy
- Continuing education
- Academic advising
- Professional Networking
- Workshop Facilitation
- Study Skills Development
- Career guidance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Cultural Competency
- Student Engagement
- Cultural Awareness
- Multilingual Communication
- Extensive Spanish vocabulary
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson development
- Fluent Bilingualism
- Cross-cultural communication
- Note-taking Techniques
- Spanish Fluency
- Accurate Translation
- Information Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Reduced performance lags by developing strategies that proactively targeted students.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Increased effectiveness of intervention program by developing key improvement strategies.
Certification
- Teaching Spanish, Grades K-12, Saginaw Valley State University - December of 2006
- Michigan Certified School Counselor-2002
- Certified Community Interpreter, Cross Cultural Communications/Blue Horizon Interpreter Training Online - January 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Academic Interventionist
Saginaw Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
Middle School Guidance Counselor
Saginaw Public Schools
09.2013 - 07.2016
Spanish Long-Term Substitute Teacher
West Branch Local Schools
11.2012 - 05.2013
Jr. High School Guidance Counselor
Gladwin Community Schools
01.2006 - 06.2012
Middle School Counselor
Saginaw Public Schools
08.2002 - 12.2005
No Degree - Certificate in Medical Coding Course
Davenport University
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education/Spanish
Saginaw Valley State University
Master of Arts - Limited Professional Counseling/School Guidance
Central Michigan University
- Teaching Spanish, Grades K-12, Saginaw Valley State University - December of 2006
- Michigan Certified School Counselor-2002
- Certified Community Interpreter, Cross Cultural Communications/Blue Horizon Interpreter Training Online - January 2024
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