Richard Puentes
Language Arts Educator
Miami,FL
Summary
Accomplished Language Arts Teacher with a proven track record at MDCPS, excelling in curriculum implementation and classroom management. Spearheaded cross-curriculum writing initiatives, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement. Skilled in creative writing and group leadership, adept at fostering literary analysis and writing proficiency among students. Highly effective at promoting learning and encouraging well-rounded development through written assignments, oral exercises and testing protocols. Well-versed in using Smart Board and online tools to diversify classroom instruction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Language Arts Teacher 6-12
MIAMI DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2007 - Current
- Department Chair of Language Arts from 2010 to 2020.
- Directed a Journalism class and club for a duration of two years.
- Achieved outstanding student performance on tests through effective teaching strategies.
- Ran a Creative Writing class for two years. Students won multiple awards at the Youth Fair and two Judge Award Winners.
- Implemented a school wide cross Curriculum writing that was implemented with fidelity.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
Language Arts Teacher
Epiphany Catholic Grade School
08.2001 - 07.2007
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues. Haveli>have educated over 3000 students during my career.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Florida International University
Miami, FL 06.1998 - 09.2001
Associate of Arts - Education
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL 08.1995 - 01.1998
Skills
Curriculum Implementation
Creative Writing
Classroom Management
Teaching strategies
Literary Analysis
Writing instruction
Group leadership
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Language Arts 6-12 and Gifted Certification
Timeline
Language Arts Teacher 6-12
MIAMI DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2007 - Current
Language Arts Teacher
Epiphany Catholic Grade School
08.2001 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Florida International University
06.1998 - 09.2001
Associate of Arts - Education
Miami Dade College
08.1995 - 01.1998