PAYTON GONZALES
Hereford,Texas
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in both specialized and mainstream educational settings. Expertise in developing engaging, customized curriculums that promote inclusivity and stimulate student curiosity. Proven track record of adapting teaching methodologies to boost understanding and academic success. Successfully implemented innovative strategies that significantly enhanced learner engagement and performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Assistant Coach
Hereford ISD
Hereford, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Recommends, prepares, and maintains operating procedures, systems, policies, and controls pertaining to the assigned area of responsibility.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Understands a worker's right to stop work when they feel their own or others' personal safety is jeopardized.
- Attends all required safety meetings and training. Offers suggestions on improvements to the work environment.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Facilitated department and campus-wide collaboration.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Amarillo ABA
Amarillo, USA
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Instructed clients on appropriate behaviors in various settings such as school or home environments.
- Engaged in regular supervision sessions with supervisors to discuss client progress and address any concerns or issues arising from treatment sessions.
- Conducted functional assessments and created behavior plans tailored to the needs of each client.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with other professionals involved in the care of the client.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
Substitute Teacher
Hereford ISD
Hereford, USA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
West Texas A&M University
01.2021
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Interpersonal communication
- Professional development
- Data analysis
- Technology integration
- Clear public speaking skills
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Standardized testing
- Required to maintain neat, accurate and complete records and files
Volunteer Experience
- Academic Tutor, 2020- Present
- Coaching (High School Level Football), 2021- Present
- Coaching (Middle School/High School Level Basketball), 2015- Present
- Big Brothers Big Sisters-Bigs In Schools Mentor, 2013- 2015
Timeline
Teacher/Assistant Coach
Hereford ISD
01.2022 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Amarillo ABA
02.2020 - 01.2022
Substitute Teacher
Hereford ISD
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
West Texas A&M University
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