Science and life have taught me how to find answers; teaching taught me how much I know. As a Substitute Teacher for Etiwanda School District, Id like to share my passion for Science and learning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Instructional Aide
Swing.Edu
03.2024 - Current
I cover the absence of an Aide in the classroom on a daily basis in school districts such as: Etiwanda, Chino Valley and Walnut Valley. I have done two long term assignments at Etiwanda SD shadowing a specific student(s) throughout the day
Support classroom activities by assisting students follow the teacher's lesson plans and being aware of each student's specific learning needs
Implement behavioral management strategies to create a positive learning environment
Substitute Teacher
El Paso Independent Sch District
03.2017 - 06.2019
Covered the absence of Teachers in class, following their lesson instructions. If there were no instructions I usually asked the neighboring teachers or administrators.
Classroom management is important in order to maintain a positive learning atmosphere as well as leaving feedback to the Teacher
I did two long term assignments at Silva Magnet Academy (two months or more)
Science Teacher
El Paso Independent Sch District
08.2006 - 06.2014
I taught Middle School Science in 6th and 7th grades as per the State of Texas Curriculum
Laboratory activities done regularly with emphasis on the scientific method, the Metric system as well as on personal safety
Teacher development training (25 hrs/year) covered from technological programs, student management, special needs, teaching strategies, etc
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons for a well-rounded education for every student, and with parents to communicate about their child's progress
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Science
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
05-1994
Associate of Science - Pre-Med
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX
05-1988
Skills
Collaboration and communication with coworkers and students is important
Time management
Adaptability to possible changes
Responsibility to understand what is expected of me
Accomplishments
Antoine de St. Exupery Museum in Tarfaya Morocco. While traveling through Morocco, I was selected and allowed to paint two paintings at this museum which honors the french writer author of the famous "the Little Prince" book. June 2021
U.S. Naval Reserve. As a Hospital Corpsman, I trained to work with U.S. Marines in a possible war situation. 1990-2006
Certification
30 Day Teaching Permit, valid thru January 1, 2026