Master's degree in Mathematics Teaching, administrator with experience in helping teachers and students achieve their educational goals. Talented in building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet goals. Energetic coordinator who possesses a solid understanding of leadership development, recruitment and integration of diversity practices. Skilled in coaching and training faculty and administrators in effective cultural diversity practices. Outgoing and reliable individual with excellent multitasking, time management and communication skills.
Leads STEAM project-based learning, develops reports and designs retention activities to promote program success.
Hi, I’m
Diana Alexandra Montes Castiblanco
Master In Mathematics Teaching
Bogotá
Summary
Overview
25
years of professional experience
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Colegios ColombianosMosquera, Cundinamarca
Academic Coordinator
06.2023 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Optimized classroom transitions while encouraging and reinforcing student instruction and liaising with administration department leaders.
- Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body in one week.
- Retained interest and maximized receptive learning while assisting in student education.
- Monitored and tracked 450 students' academic progress to encourage successful learning outcomes in one week.
- Recruited and hired staff members to help implement program initiatives in 2 days.
- Increased parent satisfaction through superior IEP meetings and family conferences to improve parent-child bonding skills.
- Validate 5 design of open PBL cards in 3 hours.
- Train teachers in didactics and pedagogy to deploy positive learning experiences in one week.
- Design and implement activities for prevention and improvement of school coexistence in one month.
- Assist students and parents to provide academic and coexistence strategies for continuous improvement daily.
Gimnasio Campestre Meryland BilingueChía, Cundinamarca
General Coordinator
09.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- To enter the ranking of the best 100 schools in the departmental SABER test.
- Design and implement international curriculum framed in Sustainable Development Goals in one month.
- Create life skills curriculum transversal to artistic and sports schools to be implemented in one week.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Utilized proactive communication abilities to resolve employment-related disputes.
- Assisted in meeting changing demands by recommending improvements to systems or procedures in institutional improvement plan.
- Assessed needs and feedback from educational community to drive improvements in educational practices.
- Provided training to staff on institutional mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Gimnasio BritánicoChía, Cundinamarca
Head of Mathematics Department
09.2021 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Prepare 60 students in two months for the IB external tests.
- Correct 50 IB business written comments in 15 days.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
Colegio Cooperativo De CoguaCogua, Cundinamarca
School Principal
01.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Change from traditional educational model to steam projects in 3 months.
- Increase of 40% of student population in 2 months.
- Extend SENA alliance for 5 years.
- To be number one in municipality SABER tests.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Institución Educativa Camilo TorresZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
High School and SABER Test Coordinator
02.2018 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Monitored 400 student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success in one week.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- To design and implement the institutional program of preparation for the saber test, achieving admission to the best 500 schools in the department in 2 years.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote safe and productive learning environment in two months.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Gimnasio San MateoZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
Math and Physics High School Tutor
05.2017 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Tutored 30 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- To design and implement institutional program of preparation for saber test, achieving admission best 500 schools in department in six months.
Colegio San Alberto MagnoZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
Heah of Math and Physics
07.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Be number one in departmental mathematics SABER test.
- 15 students on simultaneous scholarships at Universidad Nacional and Universidad de Los Andes.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored twenty students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented creative activities to engage students and enhance comprehension and focus.
- Administered and evaluated math assessments to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Reviewed computer science class material with students to support discovery of correct answers to problems.
- Tutored 40 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans
Liceo Catedral High SchoolZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
Math and Physics High School Tutor
02.2013 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Gimnasio Infantil Mi Pequeño MundoZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
Math and English Elementary Teacher
02.2000 - 11.2012
Job overview
- Getting municipal high schools to admit graduates for their high English and math skills.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Incorporate technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Gimnasio Pedagogico Nuestra Señora De LourdesZipaquirá, Cundinamarca
Kindergarten English Teacher
02.1999 - 11.2000
Job overview
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Education
Colegio De La PresentaciónZipaquirá
High School Diploma
02.1992 - 11.1997
University Overview
- Professional development completed in mathematics and science.
Centro Colombo AméricanoBogotá, Colombia
Intermediate English Level from English-as-a-Second-Language Education
02.1998 - 10.1998
University Overview
- Continuing education in english
Universidad Nacional De ColombiaBogotá, Colombia
from Mathematics And Physics
University Overview
Corporación Universitaria Minuto De DiosZipaquirá, Colombia
Financial Manager from Business Administration
06.2011 - 11.2017
University Overview
Corporación Universitaria Minuto De DiosBogotá, Colombia
Transformational Coaching And Leadership Certified
05.2017 - 08.2017
University Overview
Universidad De AntioquiaMedellín, Colombia
Master in Mathematics Teaching from Education Administration
02.2018 - 01.2020
University Overview
Skills
Strategic learning solutions
undefinedTimeline
Academic Coordinator
Colegios Colombianos
06.2023 - 10.2023
General Coordinator
Gimnasio Campestre Meryland Bilingue
09.2022 - 06.2023
Head of Mathematics Department
Gimnasio Británico
09.2021 - 06.2023
School Principal
Colegio Cooperativo De Cogua
01.2021 - 09.2021
High School and SABER Test Coordinator
Institución Educativa Camilo Torres
02.2018 - 11.2020
Universidad De Antioquia
Master in Mathematics Teaching from Education Administration
02.2018 - 01.2020
Math and Physics High School Tutor
Gimnasio San Mateo
05.2017 - 11.2018
Corporación Universitaria Minuto De Dios
Transformational Coaching And Leadership Certified
05.2017 - 08.2017
Heah of Math and Physics
Colegio San Alberto Magno
07.2015 - 05.2017
Math and Physics High School Tutor
Liceo Catedral High School
02.2013 - 07.2015
Corporación Universitaria Minuto De Dios
Financial Manager from Business Administration
06.2011 - 11.2017
Math and English Elementary Teacher
Gimnasio Infantil Mi Pequeño Mundo
02.2000 - 11.2012
Kindergarten English Teacher
Gimnasio Pedagogico Nuestra Señora De Lourdes
02.1999 - 11.2000
Centro Colombo Américano
Intermediate English Level from English-as-a-Second-Language Education
02.1998 - 10.1998
Colegio De La Presentación
High School Diploma
02.1992 - 11.1997
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
from Mathematics And Physics
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