Adriana Garza
Mission
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at La Joya ISD, excelling in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Skilled in fostering student engagement and enhancing parent communication, I effectively supported diverse learners, including those with dyslexia, through tailored interventions and continuous improvement initiatives. Passionate about empowering students to achieve their fullest potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
La Joya ISD
Mission
12.2010 - Current
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Provided specialized instruction in phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, reading fluency, writing and comprehension to students with dyslexia.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Tutored small groups or individuals after school hours to provide extra support to struggling students.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Participated in professional development activities related to current research on best practices for teaching individuals with dyslexia.
- Conducted a small group based on differentiated learning needs.
Charter School
Charter School
Mission
08.2004 - 11.2010
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Education
Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP)
The Academic Language Therapy Association
Texas05-2024
Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX05-2002
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Team Leader
- Differentiated instruction
- Bilingual instruction
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Teacher
La Joya ISD
12.2010 - Current
Charter School
Charter School
08.2004 - 11.2010
Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP)
The Academic Language Therapy Association
Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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