Hi, I’m
Raul Gamez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Accomplished educator with five years of experience in developing and implementing innovative instructional programs. Proven ability to engage diverse student populations through dynamic lesson plans in social studies. Expertise in classroom management and curriculum development, fostering an effective learning environment that promotes high achievement.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Socorro ISD
Social Studies Teacher
07.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Increased student engagement in history lessons by incorporating multimedia presentations and interactive discussions.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Socorro Independent School District
Secondary School Teacher
01.2010 - 01.2012
Job overview
- 6th and 7th Grade Social Studies 2010-2012
- 7th and 8th English Language Arts 2007-2010
- Committee Member of the OLWEUS Bullying Prevention Program
- Volunteered UIL coach for Ready Writing and Listening Skills
- Member of the AVID program; Developed unique instructional techniques for individuals, small groups and whole group
- Instrumental to the support of meeting the needs of diverse students and At-Risk students
- Established and maintained positive relationship with students, parents, and colleagues for fostering an environment of open communication and support
- Integrated technology into the curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students’ word processing and researching skills
- Utilized Internet resources for current events, history, and literature to complement learning activities
- Key Qualifications
- Familiarized with SISD Grading Policy, Grade Book, and procedures
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
- Implemented strategies to motivate and increase Critical Thinking Skills (AVID)
- Developed Lesson Plans using SCOPE curriculum to engage student participation
- Technology based lessons
- Proficient in the use of the Interactive White Board (IWB)
Education
University of Texas at El Paso
Master of Education from Instructional Specialist/Technology
12.2012
University of Texas at El Paso
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from Education with a concentration in Middle School
05.2007
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- Generalist 4-8
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD
07.2013 - Current
Secondary School Teacher
Socorro Independent School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
University of Texas at El Paso
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from Education with a concentration in Middle School
University of Texas at El Paso
Master of Education from Instructional Specialist/Technology
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