Maria Elena Olivera
Sunshine Beach,QLD
Summary
Hard-working and passionate educator with 10 years experience in preschool and primary schools, teaching varied levels. Experience in learning difficulties and curriculum accommodations. Currently in Australia on a student visa for, at least a year and a half and looking to progress in my career and continue to help children and teenagers increase their knowledge and unlock their potential.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Self Employed
02.2013 - 12.2023
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback, keeping a fluid communication with their learning institution.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Primary School Teacher
Ivy Thomas Memorial School
02.2015 - 02.2023
- English teacher in a bilingual environment in which I taught core subjects like science, technology, and history.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Worked effectively in diverse teams creating and implementing lesson plans and assessments.
- Followed Cambridge International Primary Curriculum,
- Vast experience teaching literacy using RWINC.
- Administered workshops in RWInc. literacy teaching approach for fellow teachers.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
Manager at Let's Speak Language School
Self Employed
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Coordinated itineraries, calenders and appointments,
Early Childhood Educator
Children's Garden
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
No Degree - Engineering Mechanics
Universidad De La Republic -Faculty of Engineering
Montevideo, UruguayDiploma - Leadership And Management
Lexis Training
Noosa, QLD08.2024
Advanced Diploma - Curriculum Accommodation
CEDIIAP
Montevideo, Uruguay07.2021
Certificate I - Supporting Children With Difficulties in Reading
University of London
London, Uk10.2020
Certificate V in British Framework - TESOL
Trinity College London
London, UK11.2014
Skills
- Records Maintenance
- Math, Science, Physics, Chemistry and Language Expertise
- Differentiated Instruction
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Elementary Education
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Student Motivation
- Teaching Foundational Study Skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Manager at Let's Speak Language School
Self Employed
02.2017 - 12.2019
Primary School Teacher
Ivy Thomas Memorial School
02.2015 - 02.2023
Early Childhood Educator
Children's Garden
03.2013 - 12.2016
Tutor
Self Employed
02.2013 - 12.2023
No Degree - Engineering Mechanics
Universidad De La Republic -Faculty of Engineering
Diploma - Leadership And Management
Lexis Training
Advanced Diploma - Curriculum Accommodation
CEDIIAP
Certificate I - Supporting Children With Difficulties in Reading
University of London
Certificate V in British Framework - TESOL
Trinity College London
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