Sonja Saenz
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Dedicated, people-focused professional with 5 years of experience in education, communication, and problem solving. Looking to transition into a bank position to apply my organizational skills in a banking environment
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade English Teacher
Frenship ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Plan, organize, and deliver effective, data-driven instruction that meets the needs of all students.
- Work collaboratively and communicate with team, school staff, community, and administrators.
- Provide a safe and effective learning environment.
West Texas A&M University R2O HP AmeriCorps
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Assist high school students in applying for financial aid, scholarships, careers, colleges, and universities.
- Share information regarding resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentees with career and post-secondary educational endeavors.
- Assist university students in applying for financial aid, scholarships, internships, and career exploration.
- West Texas A&M University
5th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Richardson Elementary School Dimmitt ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Planned, organized, and delivered effective, data-driven instruction that met the needs of all students.
- Worked collaboratively and communicated with team, school staff, community, and administrators.
- Maintained confidentiality
Education
B.S - Core Subjects EC-6 Certification Interdisciplinary Studies
West Texas A&M University
05-2020
Skills
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Data Entry and Analysis
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work Independently and as a team
Timeline
6th Grade English Teacher
Frenship ISD
08.2023 - Current
West Texas A&M University R2O HP AmeriCorps
09.2022 - 07.2023
5th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Richardson Elementary School Dimmitt ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
B.S - Core Subjects EC-6 Certification Interdisciplinary Studies
West Texas A&M University
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
President and Member, FIRSTGEN Student Organization Spring 2017-Spring 2019 (2 years), Secretary, Kappa Delta Pi Iota Theta Chapter Spring 2018-Spring 2019 (1 year), Member, Bilingual Education Student Organization Spring 2018-Spring 2019 (1 year), Student Organization President of the Year Award - University Honors Banquet Spring 2019
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
South Plains Tour with WTAMU President, Dr. Walter Wendler Fall 2019 (1 day), United Way Day of Caring Volunteering Spring 2018 and Spring 2019 (2 days), American Cancer Society Relay for Life Spring 2018 (1 day), High Plains Food Bank Gardening Fall 2017 (1 day)