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Susan Baltazar

Kenly

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

ECMHSP
08.2017 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Observations and assessments

Volunteered as English Tutor for Various Schools

Volunteer Work
04.2011 - 06.2017
  • Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
  • Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
  • Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
  • Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and offering consistent support to students.

Income Maintenance Caseworker

Johnston County Department of Social Services
04.2000 - 11.2010
  • Made referrals to appropriate services.
  • Optimized resource allocation within the department through careful monitoring of budgetary constraints and advocating for clients'' needs.
  • Gathered information via telephone, mail, or in person from clients applying for assistance.
  • Operated computer and imaging equipment to retrieve and enter data into electronic case records.
  • Reduced errors in benefit calculations by regularly reviewing and updating financial data in client records.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing income maintenance programs to ensure compliance.
  • Assisted clients with completing complex forms and applications, ensuring accuracy and completeness of required information.
  • Developed tailored case plans that addressed individual client needs while adhering to program guidelines.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive case management and support for clients in need of assistance.
  • Managed a large caseload of diverse clients, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and maintain organized case files.
  • Streamlined application processes by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems for income maintenance cases.
  • Promoted positive relationships with community partners by maintaining professional communication at all times during referrals or service coordination efforts.
  • Increased staff collaboration by participating in team meetings, sharing best practices, and supporting colleagues with challenging cases.
  • Determined if applicants met eligibility for public assistance programs.
  • Ensured client confidentiality through strict adherence to privacy policies when handling sensitive personal information.
  • Conducted thorough interviews with clients to assess their needs and determine appropriate services or referrals.
  • Improved efficiency by developing standardized documentation templates for case records and correspondence.
  • Worked with Spanish speaking caseload.

Teacher

ECMHSP
03.1991 - 11.1999
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Promoted positive parent-teacher relationships through regular meetings designed to discuss student progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Facilitated partnerships with local businesses and organizations to sponsor events or donate resources benefiting the school community.
  • Created and maintained a welcoming environment in the Parent Resource Center, offering valuable materials and resources for parents to support their children''s education.
  • Completed enrollment forms for families of our program.


Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

National University
La Jolla, CA
06-2024

Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education/Leadership

South College
Knoxville, TN
09-2026

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent-teacher communication

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

ECMHSP
08.2017 - Current

Volunteered as English Tutor for Various Schools

Volunteer Work
04.2011 - 06.2017

Income Maintenance Caseworker

Johnston County Department of Social Services
04.2000 - 11.2010

Teacher

ECMHSP
03.1991 - 11.1999

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

National University

Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education/Leadership

South College

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