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Sophia Querido

Summary

An accomplished professional educator with over 16 years of experience in the development and delivery of specific communication/language curriculum seeking a full time position in an organization that values individuals who are committed to innovation, engagement, and continual improvement.

Work History

Instructional Coach

Responsive Education Solutions
  • Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
  • Developed staff members' attitudes, skills and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
  • Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
  • Increased literacy benchmarks by 40% through instructional strategies and feedback.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.


Educational Mentor

North Texas Collegiate Academy
  • Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
  • Assisted mentees in setting and achieving educational and career goals to encourage independence.
  • Developed and led special events that increased decision making, problem-solving and good judgment.
  • Provided guidance on stress management and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm.
  • Facilitated workshops and seminars to foster development of problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
  • Provided assistance to faculty and staff by teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.
  • Directed, coordinated and evaluated activities of personnel and support staff engaged in administering academic departments or alumni organizations.

Teacher Leader

North Texas Collegiate Academy
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies resulting in a 15% increase in student engagement and academic performance.
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive lesson plans tailored to meet individual student needs, resulting in a 10% improvement in overall student achievement.
  • Utilized effective classroom management techniques to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, resulting in a 20% reduction in disciplinary incidents.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives, such as a mentorship program, to support student success and well-being.
  • Utilized technology tools and resources to enhance instruction and facilitate student learning, resulting in a 25% increase in digital literacy skills among students.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current educational trends and best practices.

Communications Specialist

Fokus Sprachen
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
  • Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
  • Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
  • Conducted business-specific communication/language needs assessment.
  • Maintain alignment with customer preferences and enhance the customer experience.
  • Assessed participant knowledge and verified communication/language skills.
  • Communicated educational progress/outcome results to key stakeholders.

Patient Registrar

Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
  • Set up patients in system by documenting key data, confirming eligibility, and verifying insurance benefits.
  • Accurately inputted patient and insurance information into company's computer system.
  • Imaged and scanned patient and registration documentation into electronic patient records.
  • Facilitated timely check-in by greeting visitors and establishing purpose of visits.
  • Responsible for the interview of patient/family in a caring, empathetic and professional manner.
  • Provided accurate collection of demographic and billing patient information.
  • Verified insurance coverage to confirm patient coverage for necessary medical services.
  • Secured patient privacy by learning and following HIPAA regulations to keep organization compliant with relevant laws.
  • Participated in departmental initiatives related to performance improvement and patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted patients and physicians with obtaining testing results and/or images.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Universidade Catolica Portuguesa
Portugal

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Universidade Catolica Portuguesa
Portugal

Continuing Professional Education

ESC Region 11

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail
  • Computer proficiency
  • Team-Building Activities
  • Multi-tasking
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Positive Attitude
  • Instructional Techniques

Additional Information

References:

Available upon request


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Instructional Coach

Responsive Education Solutions

Educational Mentor

North Texas Collegiate Academy

Teacher Leader

North Texas Collegiate Academy

Communications Specialist

Fokus Sprachen

Patient Registrar

Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center

Master of Arts - Education

Universidade Catolica Portuguesa

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

Universidade Catolica Portuguesa

Continuing Professional Education

ESC Region 11

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