Maria Umali's Portfolio
About Me
Past Experience
2013/2022 - Instructional Ed. Tech Coach Assistant
Shanghai American School
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Assembled detailed lesson plans by curriculum guidelines approved by the Ed. Tech Coach.
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Provided instructional support for classes during tech and STEAM lessons.
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Co-planned and co-taught Tech and STEAM lessons for students from PreK to grade 5
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developed and led technology-focused professional development for teachers and teaching assistants.
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Rostered and managed schoolwide web applications and databases.
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managed the purchase of tools and resources for the ES STEAM lab.
2010/2013 -Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Shanghai American School
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Supervised and supported students as they engaged in learning experiences
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Assisted in setting up and facilitating instructional activities.
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Supported students with proper behavior in school settings.
2009/2010 - English Teacher
Elite Baby Language School, Shanghai
Taught, organized, and planned detailed lessons with a wide variety of materials and audio-visual aids for language skills of listening, speaking, and reading.
2007/2009 - Early Childhood Science Teacher
Shanghai Hongqiao International School
(former Rainbow Bridge International School)
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Planned, taught, and assessed science units and lessons for Pre-K-Kindergarten students.
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Facilitated student learning through a hands-on, inquiry-based approach.
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Fostered a love of science and learning through engaging and dynamic lessons and experiences.
2004/2007 - Administrator
Careworld Philippines Inc.
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Assisted the company in developing into a well-known vocational school.
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Developed and implemented vital marketing strategies.
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Academic department management
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Liaison to TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority)
2002/2004 - English Teacher
VLET Education Team, Philippines
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Taught, organized, and planned detailed lessons with a wide variety of materials and audio-visual aids for language skills of listening, speaking, and reading.
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Taught strong emphasis on dialogue, formal role-playing, and language and games exercises.
2001/2001 - Instructor
Maple Leaf Training Center, Philippines
Taught lessons and provided practical demonstrations on First AId and Emergency Management, Pediatric and Geriatric Care.
Educational History
April 2023
Master's of Education in Educational Technology, Moreland University
April 2022
Teacher Certification, Moreland University
February 2009
TESOL, Asian Center for English Studies
May 1999
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Emilio Aguinaldo College, PCHS
Highlights
Collaboration
Advanced
Innovation
Advanced
Enthusiasm
Advanced
Creativity
Advanced
Communication
Advanced
Trainings
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3D Printing, Laser Cutting, and CNC Printing - Shanghai American School, 2022
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Book Creator Certified Author, Level 1, 2022
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Seesaw Pioneer, 2022
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Clever Academy for Admin and Teachers, Certification, 2021
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ISTE Educator - Beijing, 2019
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d.school - Stanford School of Design - Shanghai, 2019
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Microsoft Innovative Educator, 2018
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Positive Discipline - Shanghai American School, 2018
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Learning 2.017 - Shanghai American School, 2017
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Learning 2.016 - Vietnam, 2016
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Differentiated Activities and Assessments Common Core Standards - South Korea, 2016
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MakerSpace Workshop - Level 5 - Shenzhen, 2015
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Learning 2.013 - Singapore, 2013
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Classroom Management - Managing Challenging Behavior, Bullying: Defining the Problem - ASCD, 2011
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