Lourdes Ojeda Arriaza
Teacher
Pittsburgh
Summary
Versatile educator and administrative professional with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing curriculum.. Skilled in classroom instruction and administrative support, adept at improving employee relations and streamlining recruitment processes. Achieved significant improvements in student academic performance and staff integration.
Highly proactive individual who takes initiative to identify and address issues before they arise. I consistently look for ways to improve processes and contribute to team success, often going beyond assigned tasks to ensure objectives are met efficiently and on time. My proactive approach enables me to anticipate needs, streamline workflows, and provide solutions in a timely manner.
Energetic and compassionate individual with passion for fostering positive learning environment. Possesses deep understanding of educational principles and effective classroom management techniques, coupled with proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth.
Offering genuine interest in human resources and dedication to learning and growing within this field. Brings understanding of recruitment processes and employee engagement, with ability to quickly acquire essential skills. Ready to use and develop administrative and communication abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Language
Work History
Teacher
Pitsburgh Public Schools
05.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
High School Teacher
IDET High School
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
- Developed interactive curricula tailored to the needs of the group, using technological tools to enhance teaching and create a more dynamic classroom experience.
- Assessed student progress through exams, projects, and in-class activities, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Organized and led extracurricular activities to support students' holistic development, promoting social-emotional skills and teamwork.
- Collaborated with the teaching team in planning meetings, adjusting teaching strategies to improve students' academic performance.
Administrative and Human Resources Coordinator
IDET HIGH SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Established solid relationships between departments by providing well-rounded support across various teams.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Reduced time-to-hire by streamlining the recruitment process and utilizing effective candidate sourcing techniques.
- Coordinated the recruitment and selection process for teaching and administrative staff, managing interviews and evaluations to ensure candidates matched the institution's needs.
- Managed labor relations among staff, fostering a positive work environment and resolving any conflicts or issues related to the team.
- Coordinated induction and training processes for new employees, ensuring their proper integration into the organizational culture and familiarization with internal procedures.
- Collaborated in the creation and execution of internal policies related to staff well-being, equity promotion, and compliance with labor regulations.
- Supervised payroll management and benefits administration, ensuring timely payments and correct management of social benefits.
Education
Master's of Education - Education
University of Spain And Mexico
Tijuana, Mexico 05.2001 -
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Interamerican University For Development
Tijuana, Mexico 05.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting - Accounting And Finance
University of Spain And Mexico
Tijuana, Mexico 05.2001 -
Skills
Student engagement
Work Availability
monday
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Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Teacher
Pitsburgh Public Schools
05.2024 - Current
High School Teacher
IDET High School
01.2018 - 01.2022
Administrative and Human Resources Coordinator
IDET HIGH SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2022
Master's of Education - Education
University of Spain And Mexico
05.2001 -
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Interamerican University For Development
05.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting - Accounting And Finance
University of Spain And Mexico
05.2001 -
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