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Rebecca Cordova

Penalolen

Summary

Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. Analytical problem-solver successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns, along as working as an Elementary School Teacher offering 7 years of experience teaching all subjects to 1st - 4th-grade students. Adept at leading teams of teachers in curriculum development and instructional review. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching. Exceptional communication skills with parents, administrators and other educators. Focused teacher passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Driven professional motivated to be an effective teacher and positive influence. Skilled in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies. Adept at modifying plans to different student learning styles. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Motivated education student seeking acceptance Bachelor of Primary Education to gain in depth knowledge while having hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Lead Teacher/ 1st-4th Grade Teacher

Santiago Christian Academy
Santiago
07.2016 - Current
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based on variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Mediated talks between parents and teachers regarding disciplinary concerns.
  • Formulated recommendations and provided guidance to help children realize own potential.
  • Conferred with parents, administrators and testing specialists to develop individual behavior intervention plan.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
  • Presented and spoke publicly at parent education events, continually acting as ambassador for school.
  • Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
  • Built structure, order and calm environment by enforcing rules for behavior and procedures of learning.
  • Engaged with children individually to meet emotional and physical needs.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records, preparing frequent reports on children and classroom activities for parent distribution.
  • Created and adapted lessons to fit children's needs and learning styles.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss development and improvement of children.
  • Administered and graded tests to measure student performance and identify areas of concern.
  • Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
  • Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.

International Travel Consultant Full Time

Flight Centre Travel Group
Sydney
03.2008 - 08.2022
  • Offered exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Responded immediately to clients' questions, issues and complaints and found effective solutions when required.
  • Handled travel arrangements for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients.
  • Promoted customer service satisfaction by acknowledging and anticipating client expectations.
  • Took payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of airline regulatory requirements and industry standards for client support.
  • Communicated travel policies to clients and collaborated with preferred vendors to maximize company profit.

International Travel Consultant Full Time

Hello World
Sydney
08.2010 - 01.2016
  • Responded immediately to clients' questions, issues and complaints and found effective solutions when required.
  • Offered exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Handled travel arrangements for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients.
  • Promoted customer service satisfaction by acknowledging and anticipating client expectations.
  • Took payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of airline regulatory requirements and industry standards for client support.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

Curtin University
Perth Autralia
01-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Science

University Western Sydney
Sydney

Skills

  • Expectation Management
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Distance Learning
  • Individualized Learning Plans
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Class Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Goal Setting
  • Relationship Building
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Patience and Persistence
  • English/Spanish Fluency
  • Team leadership skills
  • Effective communication
  • Parent communication
  • Special needs education
  • Instructional techniques

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Additional Information

  • I was born and raised in Australia, English being my native language and at my 41 years of age I have found my passion in teaching and have almost 10 years teaching in elementary. Currently complete my degree in Education online via an Australian University and my final goal to complete a Master's degree Special Needs Education.

References

  • Tom Lamborn - +1 (717) 468 7226 Past Director at Santiago Christian Academy
  • Gada Selim - +61 0402332358 Director and owner of Hello Work, Miranda Franchise

Timeline

Elementary Lead Teacher/ 1st-4th Grade Teacher

Santiago Christian Academy
07.2016 - Current

International Travel Consultant Full Time

Hello World
08.2010 - 01.2016

International Travel Consultant Full Time

Flight Centre Travel Group
03.2008 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Education - Education

Curtin University

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Science

University Western Sydney

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