Serena Garcia
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Experienced educator with a proven track record in effectively managing classrooms and delivering engaging lessons. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and time management to ensure a productive learning environment for students. Collaborative team player excelling at building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. Known for reliability, adaptability, and problem-solving in fast-paced educational settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Quentin STEM-Health and Sciences Academy
2021.08 - 2022.05
- Planned and executed daily standards-based lesson plans
- Implemented school wide behavior program, 'Make Your Day' with fidelity
- Ensured timely and clear communication between students and parents
- Utilized daily CFUs to drive student instruction
- Maintained accurate and current student records and grades
- Assumed responsibility as a grade level Team Lead, coordinating and conducting regular meetings.
- Worked collectively with staff to accomplish school wide goals
- Maintained strong rapport with students, parents, and staff.
- Administered state testing
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Gilliland Middle School
2020.08 - 2020.10
- Organized and facilitated interactive online lessons through Google Meets
- Regularly provided feedback on assignments and behavior
- Ensured student adherence to behavior guidelines in online learning environment.
- Ensured prompt and accurate grading of assignments.
- Conducted quarterly benchmark testing using Google Meet
5th Grade Teacher
Country Place Leadership Academy
2015.08 - 2020.05
- Designed engaging lesson plans focused on meeting standards
- Planned instruction using district unit plans and curriculum
- Demonstrated strong proficiency in managing and ensuring positive behavior within the student community through the utilization of the school-wide PBIS system.
- Provided necessary interventions to support student learning
- Fostered an interactive and supportive atmosphere for student engagement and inquiry
- Build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members
- Conducted conferences led by teacher and students
- Served as co-chair of the PBIS committee for 4 years
- Managed and supervised school yearbook as lead advisor for a period of 3 years
- Contributed to the success of Student Government as a Co-advisor for 4 years
6th Grade Teacher
Country Place Leadership Academy
2012.08 - 2015.05
- Utilized standards-based objectives to facilitate instruction and enhance student learning.
- Developed and implemented educational materials to enhance student learning
- Designed and implemented independent and collaborative projects to promote practical application of new learning
- Continuously evaluated and adjusted instructional strategies based on student progress
- Maintained accurate and current student records and grades
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) – Instruction and Curriculum -
Grand Canyon University
Glendale, ArizonaBachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Education -
Arizona State University
Tempe, ArizonaSkills
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Teams
- One Drive
Timeline
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Quentin STEM-Health and Sciences Academy
2021.08 - 2022.05
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Gilliland Middle School
2020.08 - 2020.10
5th Grade Teacher
Country Place Leadership Academy
2015.08 - 2020.05
6th Grade Teacher
Country Place Leadership Academy
2012.08 - 2015.05
Master of Arts (M.A.) – Instruction and Curriculum -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Education -
Arizona State University
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