YC Yerim Cesario
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Experienced in implementing intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Dedicated to ensuring students have an emotionally and intellectually environment in which to learn.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Teacher
Glendale Union High School
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments to enhance student understanding.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance classroom instruction and student engagement.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring and support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
Anatomy and Physiology Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Developed curriculum and learning materials.
- Modified assessments to better accommodate students of varying learning levels.
Biology Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, creating a cohesive curriculum across subjects.
- Enhanced the learning experience by utilizing multimedia resources in classroom presentations and assignments.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular emails, phone calls, and parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to further enhance teaching skills and stay current on educational trends.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Assessed data from standardized tests results to identify areas for instructional improvement, refining curriculum content accordingly.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Imperial County Office Of Education
04.2017 - 05.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Took over multiple classes for varying lengths of time, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE BIOLOGY TEACHER
Imperial Unified School District
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher
- Instructed diverse group of students in Biologic/Scientific principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Took over Science class for 3 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping
- Provided instruction for 10+ students in all subject areas
- Assigned, explained and graded homework
- Handled classrooms of up to 32 students, reporting problem students to principal and keeping detailed behavioral records
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
VOLUNTEER
Day Out Daycare
05.2007 - 03.2020
- Enhanced operations by completing wide variety of tasks, freeing up valuable time for full-time employees
- Helped with office tasks including taking messages, scanning documents and answering phone inquiries
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety
- Supported employees with administrative support duties, including cleaning, paperwork and organizational
- Greeted 10+ visitors cheerfully and answered questions to offer quality customer service.
Education
Master of Science - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2021
Master of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California
Merced, CA05.2014
High School Diploma -
Calexico High School
Calexico, CA05.2009
Skills
- Student records management
- Group Instruction
- Creative problem solving
- Test preparation
- Adaptable
- Lesson implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management
- Secondary education
- Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish)
Certification
- Arizona Licensed Biology Teacher - May 2021
- Licensed substitute Teacher - April 2018
- Fingerprint Clearance Card- May 2019
Skills
- Punctuality
- Curriculum Design
- Laboratory Experiments
- Instructional Design
- Cellular Biology
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Science Teacher
Glendale Union High School
07.2024 - Current
Anatomy and Physiology Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
07.2022 - 05.2024
Biology Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
07.2022 - 05.2024
LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE BIOLOGY TEACHER
Imperial Unified School District
08.2018 - 06.2020
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Imperial County Office Of Education
04.2017 - 05.2022
VOLUNTEER
Day Out Daycare
05.2007 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California
High School Diploma -
Calexico High School