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Sylvia Gonzalez

Teacher
Stafford,TX

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Bilingual Kindergarten TeacherHuman Services Case ManagerCase ManagerTeacher

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Stafford, TX, USHouston, TX
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchTeam Building / Company RetreatsCareer advancement

Summary

Kindergarten teacher with 1 years of experience in child development and educational technology. Increased student participation through innovative lesson plans and created a supportive learning environment. Proven track record in facilitating smooth transitions to elementary school and developing customized lesson plans for diverse learning needs. Strong focus on promoting essential social skills and fostering academic success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

HISD
Houston, Texas
07.2025 - Current
  • Assessed student progress and tailored instruction to meet individual learning styles.
  • Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
  • Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
  • Facilitated language acquisition through interactive storytelling and play-based activities.
  • Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
  • Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.

Human Services Case Manager

Cherokee Federal
Houston, Texas
11.2023 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated with community resources to facilitate client access to services.
  • Educated clients about available resources and support systems.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations.
  • Developed individualized service plans with clients to identify their strengths, abilities, and goals.
  • Advocated for client rights and needs within the community framework.

Case Manager

Agape LLC
Houston, Texas
09.2015 - 11.2023
  • Facilitated patient assessments to determine care needs and resources.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and access to necessary services.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
  • Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
  • Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.

Customer Service Representative

Manna-fest Healthcare
Houston,, TX
09.2012 - 03.2015
  • Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
  • Resolved customer inquiries regarding healthcare services and insurance options.
  • Assisted patients with appointment scheduling and follow-up communications.
  • Provided support in managing patient records using electronic health systems.

Education

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Strayer University
Houston, TX

BA - Social Science

College of New Rochelle
New York, NY

Skills

  • Common core curriculum
  • Lesson planning
  • Student motivation and inspiration
  • Active learning strategies
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Monitoring and evaluation
  • Early reading instruction

Timeline

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

HISD
07.2025 - Current

Human Services Case Manager

Cherokee Federal
11.2023 - 06.2025

Case Manager

Agape LLC
09.2015 - 11.2023

Customer Service Representative

Manna-fest Healthcare
09.2012 - 03.2015

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Strayer University

BA - Social Science

College of New Rochelle
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