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SONIA MARTINEZ

Austin,TX

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher

Austin Achieve
Austin, TX
07.2023 - Current
  • Work as part of the instructional team to implement and exceed state learning standards and district curriculum and assessments to meet rigorous academic expectations
  • Learn, master, and deliver content and grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
  • Create, submit, and internalize weekly lesson plans
  • Implement formal and informal assessments to track each scholar's progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update the grade book weekly
  • Use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve scholar achievement and manage work-related tasks
  • Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns with the district's commitment to restorative practices and a zero suspension policy
  • Participate in regular manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions
  • Attend summer and year-long district, school, and personal development training
  • Utilize the knowledge from professional development to improve instructional practices in the classroom
  • Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a safe and nurturing learning environment for all scholars
  • Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with scholars and families

Student Recruitment Coordinator

Harmony School of Endeavor
Austin, TX
05.2019 - 07.2023
  • Implement marketing plans and timeline to drive increased student enrollment with prospective and current parents
  • Organize and attend recruitment events such as open houses, school tours, parent nights, recruitment fairs, etc
  • Manage all local marketing efforts for the school such as distributing flyers, mail out brochures, email newsletters, etc
  • Increase school enrollment and applications
  • Produce enrollment, application, and attendance reports as regular basis for Principal and other administrators
  • Manage engagement efforts with prospective parents and students, organize home visits
  • Coordinate orientation events and meetings for new students
  • Be a liaison between the new students/parents and other staff and teachers to assist them for faster orientation
  • Coordinate all student retention activities for first year students and increase student retention
  • Coordinate registration, enrollment, re-enrollment, and withdrawal processes of all students
  • Maintain the accurate data in the student information system
  • Maintain the student files in electronic format in student information system
  • Maintains computerized records including student cumulative folders, progress and failure reports, class rosters, schedule changes, and grade books
  • Processes student records, including requesting transcripts and records from other schools, setting up cumulative folder, and entering student data into appropriate databases
  • Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information

Client Support Specialist

Foundation Communities Prosper Center
Austin, TX
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Scheduled appointments for clients
  • Answered incoming calls and made confirmation calls for upcoming appointments
  • Checked-in clients for their appointment
  • Welcome staff and volunteers to the office
  • Responsible for properly opening and closing the building
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of front desk and waiting room

Spanish Teacher

Harmony School of Political Science and Communication
Austin, TX
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Taught 6th through 12th grade
  • Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, and student needs
  • Co-sponsored and hosted drama club, homecoming, Hispanic Heritage month, fieldtrips and tutorials
  • Maintained communication with parents, coworkers and administrators
  • Attended professional development trainings and other school trainings
  • Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning
  • Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students
  • Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  • Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
  • Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom

Intern

Travis County Sheriff's office
Austin, TX
01.2016 - 03.2016
  • Worked with inmates in programs provided at the county jail
  • Worked with counselors and social workers to help inmates assisting programs
  • Met one on one with inmates to discuss emotional and mental state
  • Taught English as a Second Language (ESL) to inmates

Driver Helper

United Parcel Service
Austin, TX
12.2015 - 01.2016
  • Delivered packages during the holiday season
  • Worked with drivers to deliver packages
  • Learned how to use equipment to deliver packages
  • Worked at a fast pace

Cashier

Sam's Club
Austin, TX
05.2014 - 08.2014
  • Ensured customer satisfaction
  • Engaged in conversations with members to make their visit more pleasant
  • Sold memberships and sign-up members for credit cards
  • Informed members of special promotions and events in store

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Energetic, and organized
  • Microsoft Office: Word
  • Microsoft Office: Excel
  • Microsoft Office: PowerPoint
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Records management
  • Customer service
  • Self-management
  • Zoom
  • Team building
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Hands-on learning
  • Learning and adaptability
  • Afterschool program leadership
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Compliance standards
  • Problem-solving abilities

Extracurricular Activities

Dance Divas, 2019, 2020 Secretary of the Spanish club at the University of Texas at San Antonio, 2015, 2016 National Society of Leadership and Success member, SNT facilitator, 2014, 2016 Arcoiris Catholic youth group, 2010, 2016

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Dance Divas |2019 - 2020
  • Secretary of the Spanish Club at the University of Texas at San Antonio| 2015 – 2016
  • National Society of Leadership and Success member | SNT facilitator | 2014 - 2016
  • Arcoiris Catholic youth group | 2010 - 2016

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

Austin Achieve
07.2023 - Current

Client Support Specialist

Foundation Communities Prosper Center
12.2021 - 12.2022

Student Recruitment Coordinator

Harmony School of Endeavor
05.2019 - 07.2023

Spanish Teacher

Harmony School of Political Science and Communication
08.2016 - 05.2019

Intern

Travis County Sheriff's office
01.2016 - 03.2016

Driver Helper

United Parcel Service
12.2015 - 01.2016

Cashier

Sam's Club
05.2014 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Texas at San Antonio

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