Eva Maria Méndez Navarro
Clifton Springs,VIC
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. 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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader
Wexford P-8 Campus
01.2023 - Current
- Provided leadership to all staff, promoting the importance of a positive and proactive approach to student mental health and wellbeing in the classroom.
- Taught NBC Social and Emotional Learning curriculum.
- Identified the student mental health and wellbeing needs at the Campus, and worked with the Campus Leadership Team and Campus Wellbeing Leader to address needs.
- Supported capacity of teachers to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.
Literacy Intervention Teacher
Northern Bay College - Wexford P-8 Campus
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Classroom Teacher (Year 1-2)
Northern Bay College, Wexford P-8 Campus
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
LOTE Spanish Teacher and Year 6 classroom teacher
Saltwater P-9 College
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
Education Support
Highton Primary School
08.2018 - 12.2018
Education
Skills
- Student Development
- Classroom Management
- Educational research
- Lesson Plan Development
- Peer Tutoring
- Cooperative Learning
- Inclusive Teaching
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Behavior Management
References
- Ben McCredden, Wexford Campus Principal, Northern Bay College: Wexford P-8 Campus, Wexford Court, Corio, 3214, PO Box 126, (03) 5273 2600, Ben.Mccredden@education.vic.gov.au
- Kylie Armstrong, College Inclusive Practices Leader, Northern Bay College, Peacock Avenue, Norlane West, 3214, PO Box 126, (03) 52543900, Kylie.Armstrong@education.vic.gov.au
- Jeni Martin, Learning Adjustment Specialist - Wexford Campus, Northern Bay College: Wexford P-8 Campus, Wexford Court, Corio, 3214, PO Box 126, (03) 5273 2600, Jeni.Martin@education.vic.gov.au
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Catalan
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader
Wexford P-8 Campus
01.2023 - Current
Literacy Intervention Teacher
Northern Bay College - Wexford P-8 Campus
09.2021 - 12.2022
Classroom Teacher (Year 1-2)
Northern Bay College, Wexford P-8 Campus
07.2019 - Current
LOTE Spanish Teacher and Year 6 classroom teacher
Saltwater P-9 College
01.2019 - 07.2019
Education Support
Highton Primary School
08.2018 - 12.2018
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