VICTORIA MATA
Harlingen
Summary
Physical Education Teacher/Teacher
Energetic and passionate Educator with 10+ years of effective classroom management and curriculum delivery. Action-focused individual with a love for educating today's youth. Able to act as a facilitator with powerful learning techniques while allowing students to dictate certain lessons and lead with curiosity. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Looking to support the school's mission by creating a safe, personal, and engaging learning environment for all individuals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ILEARNING HOTSPOT FACILITATOR
SAN BENITO IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOL
03.2024 - Current
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Guest Teacher
Kokua Education
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed classrooms of up to 60 students in schools in Harlingen and San Benito.
- Instructed students in lesson plans that had been created by teacher.
- Promoted positive learning environment in classrooms for students at Academy and College Prep level.
- Answered questions from students regarding instruction material.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
Teacher
Little Bloomers Daycare
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Teacher
Little Bloomers Daycare
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children
- Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness
- Group and individual instruction, Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children
- Managed food inventory for approximately 50-person center in accordance with nutritional guidelines
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 4 to 12 years old
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations including fire and disaster preparedness, TX Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Teacher
Valley Learning Center
05.2012 - 06.2014
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 2 to 12 years old
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Teacher
Magic Kingdom Learning Center
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing monthly progress reports for each child
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for children
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children newborn to 12 years old
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Education
General Education Academic Core Curriculum -
Texas State Technical College
HarlingenBachelor of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville, TX05.2021
High School Diploma -
Harlingen High School
Harlingen05.2008
Skills
- Student Behavior Management
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Positive Interactions
- Sports Education
- Time Management
- Instructional Methods
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Health and Wellness Education
- Teacher Collaboration
- Social and Emotional Growth
- Gym Management
- Learning Assessments
- Student-Centered Learning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Empowerment
- Substitute Teaching
- Behavior Modeling
Timeline
ILEARNING HOTSPOT FACILITATOR
SAN BENITO IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOL
03.2024 - Current
Guest Teacher
Kokua Education
11.2022 - 03.2025
Teacher
Little Bloomers Daycare
11.2021 - 11.2022
Teacher
Little Bloomers Daycare
08.2014 - 04.2016
Teacher
Valley Learning Center
05.2012 - 06.2014
Teacher
Magic Kingdom Learning Center
08.2008 - 12.2010
General Education Academic Core Curriculum -
Texas State Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Harlingen High School
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