Kayla Gomez
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic educator, excelling in student motivation and curriculum development. Proficient in adapting lessons to diverse learning styles, fostering critical thinking, and utilizing technology for enhanced engagement. Committed to creating a supportive environment that promotes academic success and self-confidence in students. Passionate about history, as well as continued learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Social Studies/English Teacher
St Bernard Parish School Board
08.2024 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language & Industrial Age through Modern Era learning
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
Private Dance Teacher
Self
01.2015 - Current
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
- Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Teriyaki Madness
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
- Monitored daily cash transactions, ensuring accuracy in all financial reporting processes.
- Managed staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and reduced labor costs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
- Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state, and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
- Performed daily administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, processing invoices and reconciling accounts.
- Monitored restaurant operations and adjusted schedules to meet peak customer demand.
- Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05-2024
Skills
- Student motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student support
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Curriculum development
- Student-centered learning
- Parent communication
- Google classroom
- Online instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom technology
Accomplishments
Praxis I - Passed (ACT score exemption)
PLT - Passed (Score: 166 - Taken May 16th, 2024)
Certification
CPR/AED Certified - Fall 2021
Timeline
Secondary Social Studies/English Teacher
St Bernard Parish School Board
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Teriyaki Madness
10.2022 - 07.2024
Private Dance Teacher
Self
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southeastern Louisiana University
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