Diana Flores
Dhahran,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Bilingual professional with expertise in the education field and Microsoft Office Suite, recognized for a robust work ethic and strong attention to detail. Currently pursuing renewal of teaching certification by completing accredited online professional development courses. Eager to get back into the workforce and consistently striving to acquire new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Homeschool Educator
Self-Employed
Austin, TX, USA
03.2021 - 07.2025
- Taught my 3-year-old son to read in Spanish, fostering early literacy and bilingual language development
- Implement Secret Stories brain-based phonics program to introduce and reinforce English phonics concepts, resulting in my son reading significantly above grade level
- Provide ongoing support to my son in developing reading and writing skills in Arabic to promote multilingual proficiency
- Consistently provide educational support by designing and organizing engaging, developmentally appropriate learning activities to enhance my child’s academic growth
Translator - Spanish/English (Short-Term)
Mountainview ISD
Mountainview, CA, USA
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Facilitate oral interpretation between educators and parents during parent-teacher conferences to ensure clear and accurate communication
- Deliver accurate written translations of report card comments within required timeframes
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive documents
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Klein ISD
Houston, TX, USA
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment by adapting instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual student needs
- Develop and implement lesson plans incorporating differentiated instruction aligned with the school curriculum to ensure effective student learning
- Maintain effective communication with students, parents and staff
- Conduct parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and behavior issues
- Translate educational materials and develop teaching documents to support effective instruction
- Participate in continuous professional development workshops staying abreast of latest teaching methodologies
- Tutor at-risk students after school
- Developed an Excel-based bus transportation tracking system, subsequently adopted for school-wide use to improve operational efficiency
Paraprofessional
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX, USA
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Work in small groups with Kindergarten and 1st grade bilingual students
- Observe individual student performance, noting areas needing improvement or extra attention
- Provide feedback and open communication with teachers about the child's progress and needs
- Collaborate closely with the lead teacher to create an engaging and educational environment for Pre-K students
- Assist in daily activities for Pre-K students and review and reinforce lesson to ensure mastery
- Manage afternoon activities for Pre-K students by creating and conducting, stimulating, learning materials for students
Accounting/Administrative Assistant
The Sliding Door Company
Houston, TX, USA
03.2011 - 06.2012
- Started as an intern and subsequently hired as a full-time employee based on performance and contributions
- Carried out day-to-day administrative duties accurately and efficiently
- Handle data entry tasks accurately, enhancing database reliability
- Interact professionally with clients providing excellent customer service at all times
- Assist customers with varying questions using product knowledge
- Answer customer telephone calls promptly
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Assist bookkeeper in maintaining six financial ledgers using QuickBooks to ensure accurate and organized record-keeping
- Perform bookkeeping tasks by meticulously entering and updating data to ensure accurate financial records
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card monthly, ensuring accuracy of records
Guest Services Representative
Extended Stay Hotels
Houston, TX, USA
01.2006 - 12.2011
- Manage front desk operations to ensure smooth check-ins and check-outs while providing exceptional customer service
- Open and close reception office and maintain cleanliness of reception area for a welcoming environment
- Coordinate with the housekeeping department to ensure room readiness before guest arrival
- Answer multiple phone lines to advise customers on availability, pricing and location information
- Process payments effectively using various methods including cash and credit cards
- Assist hotel guests with varying questions by listening actively to offer accurate information
- Implement customer follow up to uphold service standards
- Assist manager in miscellaneous duties such as preparing bank deposits
- Performed night audit procedures to reconcile daily financial transactions and ensure accuracy at the end of evening shifts
- After 3 months of experience, began training all new employees (15+) at current location
- Two promotions were offered: supervisor and manager, but declined to maintain focus on academic pursuits
Education
Online Continuing Professional Education -
Texas Classroom Teacher Association
02.2025 -
Bilingual Generalist – Spanish Certificate EC-6 -
Texas Teachers Alternative Certification
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Houston-Downtown
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Detail Oriented
- Team Player
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Work Ethic
- Keen to acquire new skills
Timeline
Online Continuing Professional Education -
Texas Classroom Teacher Association
02.2025 -
Homeschool Educator
Self-Employed
03.2021 - 07.2025
Translator - Spanish/English (Short-Term)
Mountainview ISD
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Klein ISD
12.2013 - 12.2014
Paraprofessional
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2013 - 12.2013
Accounting/Administrative Assistant
The Sliding Door Company
03.2011 - 06.2012
Guest Services Representative
Extended Stay Hotels
01.2006 - 12.2011
Bilingual Generalist – Spanish Certificate EC-6 -
Texas Teachers Alternative Certification
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Houston-Downtown
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