Zoila Isabel Montalvo Balanque
Miami,FL
Summary
Accomplished Chemistry Teacher with a proven track record during 43 years as a teacher, enhancing student engagement through innovative experiments and personalized support. Expert in chemical safety procedures and lab equipment maintenance, excel in instructional planning and fostering critical thinking. Skilled in pedagogy and teamwork, consistently achieve optimal learning outcomes
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Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Teacher
University Of The Bahamas
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Evaluated student progress through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Provided consistent feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning process and make improvements as necessary.
Chemistry Teacher
SanPedro International School
08.2017 - 04.2024
- Evaluated student progress through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Provided consistent feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning process and make improvements as necessary.
- Maintained records of student progress and lab completions, using [Software].
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Inspected lab equipment before student use to reduce chances of potential hazards.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in chemistry education.
Chemistry Teacher
NGM Major High School
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Energized Chemistry Teacher at SanPedro International school,enhancing student interest in science through innovative experiments.
- Tutoring Chemistry for 4 years up to the high school level. Experience working in Chemistry research lab. These lessons focus on general Chemistry and middle/Senior high school Chemistry
- Inspected lab equipment before students use to reduce changes of potential hazards
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Verified correctly positioned and working eyewash stations, safety showers, fire extinguishers and fire blankets for potential laboratory accidents.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
University.Habana
Habana City06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Teacher Education
Jose Marti. Pedagogical University
Camaguey.Cuba06.1982
Skills
- Deep understanding of pedagogy
- Expert Chemical Knowledge
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Instructional planning
- Active listening techniques
- Safety Procedures
- Critical thinking promotion
- Lab equipment maintenance
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chemistry Teacher
University Of The Bahamas
09.2023 - 04.2024
Chemistry Teacher
SanPedro International School
08.2017 - 04.2024
Chemistry Teacher
NGM Major High School
08.2013 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Chemistry
University.Habana
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Teacher Education
Jose Marti. Pedagogical University
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