Victoria Cortes
Wallingford,US
Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in social sciences, literacy support, and English grammar and usage. Experienced in using discussion based teaching methods and differentiated instruction to strengthen students’ critical thinking and writing skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
7th GRADE TEACHER
St. Benedict of Nursia Parish
Wallingford, CT
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Facilitated instruction for ten distinct classes across sixth, seventh, and eighth grades.
- Applied the Socratic teaching method in social science classes to develop students’ critical thinking and analytical reasoning, enabling them to connect specific events and concepts to broader patterns across time and place.
- Served as Faculty Advisor for the Mock Trial Club; organized and planned an annual 7th grade school dance; and coached students for the Rotary Essay and Public Speaking Contest in Wallingford.
- Addressed individual learning needs by customizing lesson plans and providing targeted instruction for struggling students.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Wallingford Board of Education
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment.
- Provided classroom teacher with written feedback on results of lessons and student behavior issues.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
LIBERAL ARTS TUTOR COORDINATOR
Southern Connecticut State University, CASAS
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed academic specialists by curating schedules, providing open communication and support, and holding observations and evaluations
- Took part in the hiring process to ensure courses with high demand and students in need of support had an array of specialists to turn towards
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for both new and existing staff members.
COURSE-BASED AND WRITING TUTOR
Southern Connecticut State University, CASAS
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Met and worked with students to help aid in academic achievement by gauging strengths and weaknesses to foster success
- Created a welcoming and organized environment for students in order to structure sessions effectively, while also providing a level of comfortability
- Maintained accurate records of student performance to inform decisions regarding curriculum development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - CLASSICAL STUDIES
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
12-2027
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
Southern Connecticut State University
CT, US12-2023
Timeline
7th GRADE TEACHER
St. Benedict of Nursia Parish
07.2024 - 02.2026
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Wallingford Board of Education
08.2023 - 06.2024
LIBERAL ARTS TUTOR COORDINATOR
Southern Connecticut State University, CASAS
01.2022 - 05.2023
COURSE-BASED AND WRITING TUTOR
Southern Connecticut State University, CASAS
09.2021 - 05.2023
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - CLASSICAL STUDIES
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY