Gabriela Andrea Kenrick Gaete
Lo Barnechea
Summary
Experienced Middle School Coordinator with a strong educational background and proven success in managing school programs and improving student outcomes. Skilled in team collaboration and adaptability to meet the changing needs of students and staff. Expertise in conflict resolution and curriculum development, creating a positive learning environment for all.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Coordinator
Colegio Pedro De Valdivia Las Condes
02.2023 - Current
- Enseñando Inglés, Ciencias Sociales, Ciencias Naturales y Matemáticas (en inglés)
- Maintained compliance with local, state, federal policies regarding education coordination through diligent record-keeping practices.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers and administrators to review, revise, and implement new instructional materials.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for all stakeholders involved in the education process through open lines of communication and transparent decisionmaking.
- Provided ongoing support for educators through regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities tailored to their unique needs.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments.
- Coordinated special events such as guest speakers, field trips, and extracurricular activities to enrich the overall educational experience for students.
- Supported staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and students by organizing informative meetings and distributing regular updates on program progress.
- Supported overall school objectives by aligning educational programs with established standards and goals.
- Mentored new educators through orientation programs and ongoing guidance to promote their professional growth within the organization.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing support in classroom management, lesson planning, and assessment strategies.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to assess the effectiveness of instructional strategies and modify them accordingly.
Head Teacher
St. Andrew School
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, promoting holistic understanding of various subjects among students.
- Assisted administrators in enhancing courses, leading to enhanced student learning experiences and improved test scores.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Head Teacher
Trewhelas School
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, promoting holistic understanding of various subjects among students.
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Promoted a love for science by integrating engaging inquiry-based activities into daily lessons, sparking curiosity and critical thinking skills among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
Head Teacher Junior School
Maimonides School
01.2002 - 02.2018
- Teaching core subjects in all levels.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment by maintaining well-organized and dynamic classroom spaces for daily use.
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Fostered strong relationships between faculty members through effective communication channels and team-building events.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Floating Teacher
St. Margaret´s School
08.1999 - 02.2002
- Trained staff in the use of Schooltrack, educational material creation.
- Created several materials to develop specific skills in Junior students.
- Lead CAS, created workshops for students in Senior School and implemented social and solidarity actions in town.
- Represented the school at ABSCH.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
Education
SLLP - Educational Leadership And Management
ISP International Schools Partnership
05-2023
Diplomado Manejo Interdisciplinario de las Dificultades del Escolar -
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
01.2017
Diplomado Especialización en Neuroeducación -
Cerebrum Chile
01.2017
Metodología Singapur. Programa 1 -
SBS Capacitación
01.2015
Diplomado Didáctica de las Matemáticas - Primer Ciclo Básico
Universidad Finis Terrae
01.2014
Post-título en Psicopedagogía -
Universidad Nacional Andrés Bello
01.2001
Licenciatura en Educación General Básica -
Pontificie Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
01.1999
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Maximizing team synergy
- Academic assessment
- Educational technology
Additionalprofessionalactivities
Private Educator and Psychopedagogist
1998 - 2020
- Provided private tutoring for academic and psychopedagogical support to elementary school students.
- Designed and implemented strategies to develop study habits and learning skills.
- Offered guidance in developing cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
- Taught English to children and adults, tailoring methods to individual levels and needs.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 2
- Date of Birth: 07/18/76
- Nationality: chilena
- Marital Status: casada
Timeline
Middle School Coordinator
Colegio Pedro De Valdivia Las Condes
02.2023 - Current
Head Teacher
St. Andrew School
02.2019 - 02.2023
Head Teacher
Trewhelas School
02.2018 - 02.2020
Head Teacher Junior School
Maimonides School
01.2002 - 02.2018
Floating Teacher
St. Margaret´s School
08.1999 - 02.2002
Diplomado Especialización en Neuroeducación -
Cerebrum Chile
Metodología Singapur. Programa 1 -
SBS Capacitación
Diplomado Didáctica de las Matemáticas - Primer Ciclo Básico
Universidad Finis Terrae
Post-título en Psicopedagogía -
Universidad Nacional Andrés Bello
Licenciatura en Educación General Básica -
Pontificie Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
SLLP - Educational Leadership And Management
ISP International Schools Partnership
Diplomado Manejo Interdisciplinario de las Dificultades del Escolar -
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
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