Manuela R. Mendoza
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Objective
To obtain a challenging position in a well stablished organization with a professional environment where I can use my legal skills with dedication and service.
Education
MASTER OF LAWS DEGREE [2015- 2016] SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY (SMU DALLAS TX)
COMPARATIVE INTERNATIONAL LAW ( LLM)
LAW DEGREE 1986-1991 U.A.C.H. (CHIHUAHUA STATE UNIVERSITY) U.S. EQUIVALENCE DEGREE OF JURIS DOCTOR ( J.D.)
Law: Criminal Law
Minor: Civil and Family Law
Related coursework: Tax procedure course at Chihuahua Mexico
Skills, abilities
ORGANIZATION
Excellent organization skills, 10+ years of law practice in Mexico, including running own law firm.
SKILLS
Bilingual mentor from Pre-K to Third grade
Experience giving classes in elementary school and with ESL adult students
Translator
Public Speaking
Analytical thinker in criminal law (crimes)
Basic training in the use of weapons
Basic training in self –defense( stress control criminal)
COMMUNICATION
A broad ability to interact in different forums AND/OR different environments depending on the needs and circumstances, I am respectful, frank, direct and clear
LEADERSHIP
Student council president scholarship secretariat Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua (UACH) 1986
Team captain foot ball to woman (1987)Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua (UACH)
Religious education for children (leader) Mount Olive Arlington TX. 2008-2009
Experience
SUBSTITUTE TECHER [ ST. PHILIP & ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY) ( SPSA) SEPTEMBER 2016 – ACTUALLY DALLAS TX.
-Substitute teacher from Pre- K through 8th class in different subjects as needed ; Science, Music, Spanish, reading, religion . etc.
TEACHER ASSISTANT DALLAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT APRIL 2013- JUNE 2015
Teacher assistant Elementary Pre K bilingual class J. Tyler Brashear Elementary School.
Prepared class materials on a daily schedule.
Assisted Teacher when absent teaching class alone.
Taught students in small groups (math & literacy classes)
Maintained comfortable environment in each area of the classroom.
teacher assistant Dallas I.S.D. April 2012-April 2013 Bilingual Class Sam Houston Elementary School
Assisted teacher with daily class preparations.
Maintained a safe and comfortable learning environment.
Assisted students in their respective classes such as P.E. Music, Art, Technology.
Monitored progress and behavior of each student.
TEACHER ASSISTANT GRADES PK3 AND PK4 ARLINGTON I.S.D. AUGUST 2011-2012
Assisted students in various areas.
Set up materials on a daily schedule.
Covered for teacher and conducted full class when she could not be there.
FAMILY LITERACY TEACHER ASSITANT FOR ADULT ESL ARLINGTON I.S.D. AUGUST 2010-2011
Assist ESL teacher with translations for students.
Assisted ESL teacher with lessons teaching to students of level 1 students.
Assisted with adult literacy day and evening programs.
Assisted family literacy specialist in office as needed
FAMILY LITERACY EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER ASSITANT ARLINGTON I.S.D. AUGUST 2008-2010
Assisted early childhood teacher with infants and toddlers.
Prepared materials and supplies needed for daily schedule.
Assured safety and security for children.
Maintained confidentiality.
STATE ATTORNEY (MEXICO) CHIHUAHUA STATE GOVERNMENT AUGUST 2000-2002
Investigated crimes assigned.
Thoroughly reviewed evidence and made judgment based on evidence to prosecute criminals.
Executed arrests orders
POLICE ACADEMY (MEXICO) CD. JUAREZ CHIHUAHUA, POLICE ACADEMY FEB 2000- JUNE 2000
Under direction of supervisor completed a full course of police academy and obtained a title of detective
upon completion.
LAW FIRM ASSOCIATES (MEXICO) MENDOZA & GRAMMER ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEB 1995- JAN 2000
- Owner and founder of Mendoza and Grammer
- Managed cases involving Family law, Criminal law, Civil law.
STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE (MEXICO) [ CHIHUAHUA; CHIH.] MAY -AUG 1994
Monitored legal assistant course., teaching clerks to familiarize with the legal language.
Each Friday I gave a 3 hour class
One assessment per week
Monitored each student at their respective law firms, (internships)
STATE ATTORNEY JUSTICE (MEXICO) CUAHUTEMOC, CHIH, 1993-1994
Served as Peace officer. (Executed orders and agreements between the parties )
Attended hearings for minor offenses
CITIZENS SERVICES AGENT (MEXICO) CUAHUTEMOC, CHIH, 1992-1993
Gave legal advice to citizens on their cases.
Made sure inmates in jail were not abused by police officers.
Attended a once a week radio program where citizens would ask questions
OFFICE OF FINANCE AND PUBLIC CREDIT (MEXICO) CHIHUAHUA; CHIH. 1991-1992
Handled administrative procedures and hearing as an investigation agent.
Issued Citations for violations of federal law for smuggling goods
Started the legal process and lawsuits.
Heard defendants evidence and issue decisions based on evidence presented.
Imposed fines and closed investigation cases
Volunteer at Human Rights Initiative North Texas ( as translator)
Volunteer at Proyecto Inmigrante ICS,Inc. (Citizenship Workshops)
Citizen of this blessed Nation, mother of two kids,I love to spend time with family and help each other .