Samantha Gonzales
Questa,NM
Summary
Dynamic educational professional with a proven track record at Taos Municipal Schools, adept in classroom management and leveraging Microsoft tools for efficient instruction. Excelled in adapting curricula for diverse learners, achieving significant improvements in student engagement. Skilled in family communication and progress reporting, demonstrating a fast-learning capability and a results-driven approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Taos Municipal Schools
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Questa Independent Schools
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Carlsbad Municipal School District
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
HR Intern
Questa Chevron Mine
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Developed strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Assisted human resources and recruiting teams by scheduling phone screens and on-site interviews.
- Worked with HR team to coordinate company events.
- Conducted orientations and helped employees complete necessary paperwork to get new hires established and up to speed quickly.
- Updated and maintained employee records to respond quickly to requests for information.
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using MS Excel.
- Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
Crew Member
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Education
High School Diploma -
Questa High School
Questa, NM05.2013
Skills
- Family Communication
- Progress Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom Management
- Fast learner
- adaptive
- Microsoft
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Taos Municipal Schools
07.2017 - 07.2019
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Questa Independent Schools
08.2016 - 07.2017
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Carlsbad Municipal School District
10.2014 - 05.2016
HR Intern
Questa Chevron Mine
10.2012 - 01.2014
Crew Member
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
06.2012 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Questa High School
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