Maria C. Huerta

Highly organized and bilingual professional with 8+ years of experience in documentation, cross-departmental collaboration, and information management. Seeking to leverage expertise in social services; use my Spanish as a tool to communicate and connect with people.

Spanish Teacher at Crane Medical High School (2023-01 – Present)

• Plan and deliver effective Spanish language lessons that meet the needs of diverse learners
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and resources to engage students in the learning process
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to support their growth
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and cultural understanding
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to provide updates on student progress and address any concerns
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay current with best practices in language instruction
• Manage strict deadlines for grades, attendance and IEP compliance.

Transitional Bilingual Teacher at Chicago Math and Science Academy (2018-11 – 2022-12)

• Served as a translator for Spanish-speaking families, translating complex procedural information and IEP meetings ensure full understanding and accessibility.
• Gathered information and issued referrals for students in need of specialized services beyond language needs
• Established and monitored tracking procedures for student progress and departmental goals, ensuring all "work in progress" met strict deadlines and reporting guidelines.

Transportation Coordinator at RIM Logistics (2016-05 – 2018-11)

• Analyzed complex logistics accounts and financial records to identify discrepancies, ensuring accurate billing and service delivery.
• Responsible for the smooth movement of assigned shipments including booking cost effective trailers, tracking shipments, updating in-transit shipments, closing and rating the shipment daily. Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Support department and team where and when needed.

PEL – Northeastern Illinois University (2020-01 – 2023-01)

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish – Chicago State University (2016-05)