Virginia Grandfield
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to fostering student growth through tailored curricula and effective teaching strategies. Strong communication skills enhance collaboration with parents and colleagues, creating a supportive environment that encourages critical thinking and academic success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Great Hearts Invictus
San Antonio, Texas
02.2025 - 08.2026
- Led classroom instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment for all students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster positive behavior and enhance learning the learning environment.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student growth and identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and collaboratively develop success strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support to students, improving skills in weak areas and reinforcing new concepts.
- Collaborated with staff on interdisciplinary projects to enrich educational experiences.
Reader-Grader for Upper Level English Literature
UTSA
San Antonio, USA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Ensured grading consistency aligned with course objectives and standards, supporting fair evaluation of student work.
- Provided constructive feedback, fostering improvement in writing and analytical skills.
- Graded assignments and exams for undergraduate English literature course, facilitating accurate assessment of student performance.
Private Tutor
01.2015 - 01.2024
- Provided one-on-one tutoring in Literature, Writing, Humanities, and Introductory Latin to high school and college students.
- Customized lessons to individual learning styles, enhancing academic performance and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with essay writing, research, and exam preparation, promoting comprehensive understanding of course material.
Home Educator (Homeschool Teacher)
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented personalized curricula in math, language arts, science, and history for two children.
- Managed daily schedules, assessments, and progress tracking to facilitate academic growth.
- Adapted teaching methods to support individual learning styles and foster a positive, engaging environment.
- Organized extracurricular activities and community learning events to enrich educational experiences beyond the classroom.
Co-Founder & Operations Manager
Orvega Corp
01.1999 - 01.2015
- Led customer service operations, resolving issues to achieve high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed product listings, sales strategies, and financial tracking to drive revenue growth.
- Directed digital marketing efforts to increase traffic and sales.
- Oversaw daily operations and managed staff, coordinating projects to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained e-commerce website, improving user experience and increasing conversion rates.
- Built and managed backend database for customer data, inventory, and order processing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Classical Studies, Religious Studies, Comparative Literature
University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12-2024
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment strategies
- Curriculum alignment
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Educational technology integration
- Adaptability and flexibility in teaching
- Mentorship strategies
- Parent collaboration
- Effective communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Professional training
Accomplishments
- UTSA & San Antonio Museum of Art Provenance StoryMap GIS Project (for objects in SAMA Permanent Collection) [2024]
- Certificate of Achievement in Comparative Studies in Humanities Department of Modern Languages and Literature [2024]
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Great Hearts Invictus
02.2025 - 08.2026
Reader-Grader for Upper Level English Literature
UTSA
01.2024 - 05.2024
Private Tutor
01.2015 - 01.2024
Home Educator (Homeschool Teacher)
01.2006 - 01.2019
Co-Founder & Operations Manager
Orvega Corp
01.1999 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English, Classical Studies, Religious Studies, Comparative Literature
University of Texas at San Antonio