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Karla Cortez

Germantown

Summary

Energetic and organized with knack for managing schedules and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills necessary for efficient office operations and administrative support. Committed to facilitating seamless workflow and contributing to overall team success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Teacher/After-Care Assistant

KidsCo Jr.
07.2021 - 12.2022
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude
  • Assisted lead teachers in creating engaging and educational lesson plans
  • Strengthened parent to student relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency by organizing and maintaining digital and physical filing systems.

Teacher's Assistant

S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary School
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
05-2026

Associate of Arts - General Education STEM

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
06-2023

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Childcare

Certification

  • Mental Health First Aid Certification (MHFA): 2023 - Present
  • Basic Health and Safety Training Certification (MSDE): 2021 - Present

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Teacher/After-Care Assistant

KidsCo Jr.
07.2021 - 12.2022

Teacher's Assistant

S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary School
02.2020 - 05.2020

Associate of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Associate of Arts - General Education STEM

Montgomery College
Karla Cortez