CORA VARAS-NELSON

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EDUCATION
University of Arizona, College of Education Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Expected May 2019
• Major: Elementary Education
• GPA: 3.7
WORK & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Coyote Trails Elementary School

Volunteer 2015-2018
Student Teacher January 2019- May 2019
• Administer skill assessments to fifth grade students to test for retention e.g. read dictation
text and monitor student progress.
• Work with individual fifth grade students to provide specific instruction geared to fill
targeted knowledge gaps in math and reading.
• Reinforce classroom management techniques through established point systems, attention
grabbers, and reminding students of groupwork norms and classroom expectations.

Santa Clara Elementary School Tucson, Az

Practicum hours January 2018-May 2018
• Interviewed three first grade students and designed small collaborative projects to better
understand their experience and perception of math, reading, and writing.
• Led daily whole group read aloud once a week for several weeks.
• Supervised literacy centers and provided supplemental support to English Language
Learners to ensure comprehension of task instructions.

Elvira Elementary School Tucson, AZ

Practicum hours January 2018-December 2018
• Drafted and revised lesson plans to engage and build on the funds of knowledge of third
grade students, in both writing and science blocks.
• Supported teachers in afterschool academic and recreation activities.
• Worked one on one with several third-grade students to encourage and facilitate
participation through scribing and prompting with questions.

Harkins Theaters
Assistant Manager 2017-Present
• Write performance evaluations and documentations to provide constructive feedback and
improve team performance.
• Supervise and support staff to ensure proper procedures are being employed.
• Take stock of inventory, carry out money operations, operate film projectors, and lead
training sessions.
Team Leader 2016-2017
• Delegated tasks to team members to ensure productivity.
• Motivated teams with competitions and incentives to create a positive work environment.
• Supervised teams in the concession stand, the hallways, and the box office.
SKILLS
Languages: French listening comprehension with writing and speaking skills, Native Spanish
Speaker.
Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interests: Environmental Science, Reading, Art, Travel