Elevating educational outcomes at Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools, I leveraged my expertise in classroom management and critical thinking to foster a nurturing environment, enhancing student engagement and performance. As a positive role model, I motivated students and built strong relationships, significantly contributing to a supportive and dynamic learning atmosphere.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools
08.2023 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Caregiver
Palco
01.2013 - Current
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Guest Service Manager
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs
06.2022 - 07.2023
Assisted with guest check-in and check-out procedures, confirming that guests reach correct room.
Resolved guest complaints effectively, demonstrating empathy and problem-solving abilities.
Attended to customer needs, responding to questions, complaints and escalations.
Analyzed feedback from guest surveys, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to enhance service quality.
Managed team of front desk staff, fostering a supportive work environment and enhancing overall performance.
Increased repeat business by ensuring exceptional customer service and maintaining positive guest relationships.
Oversaw daily cash handling procedures at the front desk, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions while minimizing discrepancies or losses due to errors.
Streamlined front desk operations for improved efficiency, utilizing strong organizational skills.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate guest services, resulting in seamless experiences for guests.
Oversaw lobby operations and concierge services.
Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing personalized assistance.
Understood and implemented safety and emergency procedures.
Monitored staff training, scheduling and shift changes.
Monitored inventory levels of essential supplies, proactively ordering replacements to avoid shortages or delays in guest services.
Maintained and troubleshot hotel property management systems.
Maintained accurate records of guest information and preferences, using this data to provide personalized experiences during future stays.
Created an open communication environment within the team that encouraged idea-sharing and fostered collaboration among colleagues for continuous improvement efforts.
Reviewed daily bookings, preparing guest rooms prior to arrival.
Implemented new procedures to reduce wait times during check-in and check-out processes, leading to higher guest satisfaction ratings.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education, Secondary Education
Northern New Mexico College
Española, NM
05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Northern New Mexico College
Española, NM
05-2021
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Growth mindset
Positive role model and mentor
Motivating students
Accomplishments
Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
Certification
Certified Teacher (CT) - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
Secondary Education Certificate - NM Department of Education.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
Camping
Hiking
Gardening
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Crafting and DIY Projects
Photography
Cooking
Baking
Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
Swimming
Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Historical Exploration
Timeline
Teacher
Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools
08.2023 - Current
Guest Service Manager
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs
06.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Palco
01.2013 - Current
No Degree - Elementary Education, Secondary Education