Cynthia Capetillo
Bilingual E-6 Educator
Heartland,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable and caring Bilingual Teacher with 9 years of experience. Successful in technology integration and dual language instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educational curriculum.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Bilingual Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2016 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Improved language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Address individual learning needs through differentiated instruction, modifying lessons and curriculum, leading to higher student achievement levels.
- Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Develop strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies specific to bilingual classrooms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance among all students.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Spanish World School
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Managed daily routines such as snack time transitions smoothly while maintaining a calm and focused environment.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences discussing student progress, achievements, challenges faced along with constructive feedback.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of various extracurricular activities to enrich students'' overall educational experience.
- Established a nurturing classroom environment that promoted inclusivity, emotional well-being, and social development.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Lead Daycare Teacher
Golden Rule Charter Schools
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for students, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting social-emotional development.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into daily lessons.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and managed classroom effectively, resulting in a well-disciplined learning environment.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX 05.2001 -
Blended/Personalized Learning Graduate Certificate -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Curriculum Design
Individualized Learning
Technology Integration
Project-based learning
Personalized and Blended Learning certified
Classroom Technology
Student Engagement
Problem-solving abilities
Student-Centered Learning
Level 1 & 2 Google for Education certified
MAP Testing and Data
Accomplishments
- Achieved proper dual language program implementation through effectively facilitating dual language PDs for Dallas ISD CADRE program.
- Facilitate summer 2022 Personalized Learning workshop on Authentic Assessment.
- Member of Campus Personalized Learning Team 2022-2023
- Collaborated with campus team of 8 teachers in the development of school wide HOUSE System 2023-2024.
- Supervised and mentor two Teacher Candidates for Texas Tech Teach program (2020-2021/ 2021-2022).
- Supervised and mentor campus first year teacher (2022-2023).
- Awarded Dallas Campus Teacher of the Year 2023-2024
Certification
Bilingual Target Language Proficiency (BTLPT)
Timeline
Blended/ Personalized learning Graduate Certificate
07-2022
Google for Education Training Lv 1 & 2
07-2019
Bilingual Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2016 - Current
Bilingual Target Language Proficiency (BTLPT)
06-2016
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Spanish World School
06.2011 - 05.2013
Lead Daycare Teacher
Golden Rule Charter Schools
06.2010 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
05.2001 -
Blended/Personalized Learning Graduate Certificate -
Texas Tech University
05.2001 -