Experienced with differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse student needs and learning styles. Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create positive and conducive learning atmosphere. Track record of developing and implementing engaging curricula that foster student success and growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Teacher, Grade 8 Spanish
South Forsyth Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Started and coached basketball cheerleading team, creating an additional extracurricular activity for students.
Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student participation and learning outcomes through the target language.
Assessed student performance and provided tailored feedback to support individual growth.
Integrated technology into classroom instruction to enhance student engagement and learning efficiency in our everyday activities, such as learning opportunities and assessments.
Mentored a FTA candidate, offering guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
Led professional development seminars in the county focused on teaching adult learners applicable classroom and communications skills with the Cohort 7 FTA Class.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with parents to support student success and well-being academically and with their social environment within the school.
Implemented effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
General Education Teacher, Grade 8 Spanish
Hendricks Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Educate a socially and academically diverse group of learners through Georgia’s Eighth Grade Spanish Standards and Curriculum that engage and challenge students at their different cognitive levels.
Collaborate with fellow eighth grade Spanish teachers on developing and implementing lessons and units that incorporate a level of rigor that challenges students to understand the Spanish language by speaking it, writing it, and listening to it.
Contact and connect with parents about student progress in academic and social environments within the school, future student placement in high school Spanish classes, and general student concerns throughout the course of the year.
Integrate modern technology and applications during learning processes in order to demonstrate real-world applicability of the language at the students’ cognitive levels.
Assess students weekly using oral and written formative and summative assessments.
Implement SEL initiatives through the school’s PBIS program that help foster a sense of belonging for students within the Hendricks community.
Guide students in preparing presentations for the annual World Language Expo.
Paraprofessional, Grades K - 5
Poole’s Mill Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Assisted in a sheltered ESOL classroom with students in grades Kindergarten thru Second with assignments and small group activities.
Provided one-on-one support with daily classwork and activities during Specials time for certain students with special needs.
Translated for non-English speaking parents and students in multiple settings such as parent-teacher conferences, after-school events, and front office support. Support students with behaviors when Mindset is called for.
Fostered a sense of community within the school by building relationships with students, parents, and school community members.
Completed Mindset certification on August 31, 2021.
Education
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in Spanish
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA
05.2021
Skills
Peer collaboration
Classroom management
Parent-teacher communication
Relationship building
Organizational skills
Student motivation
Certification
Georgia Educator Certification: Spanish (P-12)
Graduated from Forsyth Teaching Academy December 2023.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Portuguese
Spanish
English
Teacher of the Month
August 2023
Leadership Roles
Part of PBIS school wide program that helps the student and staff community grow within the classroom and outside.
Created a student engaging club for students to bring school spirit. Students were engaged in decorating for school events, planning pep rallies, and making new friends.
Lead CT meetings with my colleagues to discuss how aligned we should be when we assign our students for assessments and plan.
6th Grade Language Arts /6th Grade Social Studies Teacher at east forsyth middle school6th Grade Language Arts /6th Grade Social Studies Teacher at east forsyth middle school