Maura J. Martinez
Professional Profile: I earned my certification in History/Social Studies for grades 7-12 in 2010; I earned a cross endorsement in English in April 2012; I have been a member of Kappa Delta Pi, the national honors society for education, since 2009; and am currently working as a high school history and English teacher at Highville Charter School in New Haven. Along with my education and work experience, I have also served my community as a Girl Scout leader since 2001.
Relevant Experience:
Highville Charter School, social studies/English teacher, October 2013-present
In my current position, I plan and deliver CCSS-aligned lessons in English and history, which have included many performance tasks and assessments. Other responsibilities include communicating with parents, maintaining attendance and grading records on PowerSchool, and collaborating with colleagues to design curriculum for both English and social studies. Additionally, I have completed modules 1, 2, 3, and 5 of my TEAM training while at Highville.
East Hampton Middle School, Various Positions, January 2011-December 2013
Building Sub, Sept 2012-December 2013: In this position, I provided coverage for teachers as needed and monitored students assigned to in-school suspension.
Paraprofessional, Oct 2011-Sept. 2012: I collaborated with my colleagues to reinforce information and provide small group instruction in ELA and social studies classes, which helped refine my skills for differentiation.
Long Term Substitute, Jan-May 2011: Duties included assuming all responsibilities of a seventh grade social studies teacher, including report cards and parent conferences. I taught units on introductory geography and Latin America.
Daily Substitute Experience, 2010-2011: CREC Two Rivers Magnet Middle School, East Hartford; RHAM High School (Regional School District #8); Cromwell High School; and East Hampton High School.
Education:
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program, Central CT State University, May 2010
· Passed the Praxis II Social Studies Content Knowledge Exam, June 2008
· Observation placements in New Britain, Hartford, and Bloomfield, 2008-2009
· Student teaching at Cromwell High School from January-May of 2010
· CT Initial Teaching Certificate (with endorsement codes 026 & 015) valid through June 2016
B.A., Sociology, Central CT State University, New Britain, CT, May 1997
· On Dean’s List last four semesters; Coursework included cross cultural studies and communication, statistics, and social issues surrounding minorities, inequality, and aging.
Summary of teaching skills:
Differentiation:
· Student choice questions including computer-generated work, creative and expository writing, and drawing
· Extensive experience modifying assignments for students with multiple exceptionalities
Data Collection and Analysis (Data Based Decision Making):
· Data collection and analysis from practice CAPT and CMT tests, and targeted revision in instruction
· Involvement in three-tier SRBI Programs and Positive Behavioral Intervention Support
Technology: Proficiency in the following programs:
· Star Board, Power School, GradeQuick, Edline, and most common office and internet programs
Assessments:
· Creation and administration of many unit tests, which included DBQs, short answers, and essay questions
· Alternative assessments including a board game, take-home essay test, and political cartoon assignment
Professional Development/Collaboration:
· Professional development workshops since 2010 have included PBIS, SRBI/RTI, 21st Century Learning Skills, use of technology in the classroom, Bullying Prevention, and the Common Core State Standards
· Regular meetings with department and team members and other colleagues to formulate plans of action for students needing increased intervention and design curriculum for grades 6-12
