Samantha Gonzalez
Visalia,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Student Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating and learning-focused classroom environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Shannon Ranch Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of problem-solving exercises.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor 29 students' progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication with all students.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Behavior Technician
Bright Start/Bright Future
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans once a week.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for 5 clients on a daily basis.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues with multiple clients at a given time.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes daily.
CASA Volunteer
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for the best interests of children in need.
- Addressed children's needs by conducting 4 thorough assessments and making appropriate recommendations.
- Prepared 6 detailed written reports, documenting all relevant case information for review by judges and other stakeholders.
- Provided emotional support to children throughout their involvement in the court process, offering consistency and stability during challenging times.
Assistant Manager/Bakery Worker
Nothing Bundt Cakes
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Achieved departmental goals by executing strategic plans and performance metrics by 98%.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely ordering of supplies to maintain optimal product availability of 95%.
- Oversaw daily production tasks - ensuring consistency and high quality across all products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Liberal Studies - ITEP
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA06.2022
Skills
- Patience
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Technology
- Flexibility
- Creativity
Accomplishments
President's List 2022-Current
Certification
Multiple Subject Credential May 2024
Instructional Aide Certificate
Teaching Portfolio
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Timeline
Student Teacher
Shannon Ranch Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Bright Start/Bright Future
08.2021 - 06.2023
CASA Volunteer
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
02.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager/Bakery Worker
Nothing Bundt Cakes
01.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor Of Arts - Liberal Studies - ITEP
Fresno State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of The Sequoias
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