Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Kept laboratory environment neat, well-stocked and safe for students.
Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Worked in team-based environment with junior teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills
Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance
Adjunct Science
Southeast Arkansas College
Pine Bluff, AR
01.2020 - 12.2021
Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Appraised student understanding by applying course content and gauging comprehension.
Studied program needs and enhanced content and teaching methods to better communicate material.
Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Adjunct Instructor
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, United States
01.2018 - 05.2020
Teach Clinical Kinesiology course at variety of times and locations
Submits required college reports and forms in timely manner
Develops and/or utilizes course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in timely manner of their progress
Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Mastery of course content
Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Commitment to diversity; ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with wide variety of people
Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology
Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing dynamic climate for life-long learning
Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning
Wellness Coordinator/ Exercise Physiologist
Arkansas Heart Hospital
Little Rock, AR
06.2019 - 03.2020
Educated staff on new fitness industry developments and provided effective health and fitness solutions to clients/patients.
Developed wellness programs targeted on specific groups and areas of wellness.
Maximized program enrollment through effective outreach events, cold calling strategies, membership incentives and referrals programs.
Built productive relationships with vendors and on-site providers.
Collected and tracked information about participation and outcomes of individual programs.
Managed health fair activities to expose customers to health and wellness businesses.
Organized schedules for comprehensive group fitness programs.
Administer exercise stress tests in healthy and unhealthy populations
Evaluate person’s overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism
Develop individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance, and flexibility
Design customized exercise programs to meet health care needs and athletic performance goals
2nd Grade Teacher
Watson Chapel School District
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
08.2020 - 06.2021
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
Admissions Counselor
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, Arkansas
0 2016 - 0 2017
At college level, counselors often work to improve school's visibility throughout community and to entice potential applicants.
Knowledge regarding specific educational, vocational and certificate programs that may interest students after graduation.
Have keen understanding of various college applications, and they should be able to assist students in obtaining necessary documentation needed for application process.
One-on-one time with students during application process and help them choose high school courses that will meet college requirements.
Organize recruitment events for their school where they promote their school to potential students and their parents.
Meet with incoming students to discuss application status and to provide them with information about financial aid, scholarships, programs and majors.
Meet with alumni and create networking systems to find promising potential applicants.
Spanish I & II Teacher
El Dorado High School
El Dorado, AR
08.2017 - 05.2019
Assessment, Feedback and Tracking: To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school and department policy To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to students attainment, progress and achievement Mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required Undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas and school procedures
To undertake a designated program of teaching across all key stages
Teach consistently high quality lessons
Plan and deliver schemes of work and lessons that meet the requirements for Arkansas Education Standards
Be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in Spanish and other foreign languages
To complete the relevant documentation to assist in the tracking of students
Set expectations for staff and students in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of learning and teaching
Prioritize and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role
To follow the school policies and procedures
To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support
To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behavior, standards of work and homework
Promote aspects of Personal Development related to Spanish
Updating professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology, in general, and in the curriculum area of Spanish
Adjunct Instructor Anatomy and Physiology
Pulaski Technical College
Little Rock, Arkansas
08.2019 - 01.2020
Plan, organize, and deliver anatomy and physiology instruction in didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting.
Support and promote the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and service.
Collaborate with department chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum to cultivate the mastery of course content.
Provide students with frequent, timely assessment of and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
Appropriately document student progress and maintain accurate records such as attendance, grading and achievement of student learning outcomes.
Honor student confidentiality and privacy as per appropriate laws, regulations and college rules.
Proctor exams, participate in departmental meetings, as well as college taskforces and/or committees as necessary.
Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR
2018
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
2017
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
2015
High School Diploma - undefined
El Dorado High School
El Dorado, AR
2011
Certification
Fully Bilingual in Spanish
CPR/ First Aid /AED Certified
National Committee for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE)
United States Center for Coaching Excellence (USCCE)
Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer
Cardiac Rehabilitation Internship-500 hours
Teacher: English I, Creative Writing, Oral Communication at Sylvan Hills Junior High CampusTeacher: English I, Creative Writing, Oral Communication at Sylvan Hills Junior High Campus