ALEJANDRINA ECHEVERRIA
Norman,OK
Summary
Bilingual professional, dedicated and results-oriented, with experience in education, regulatory compliance, and legal settings, and a strong background in managing logistics and deadlines in fast-paced environments. I am passionate about guiding educational teams, implementing data-driven strategies, and building collaborative environments that support all learners on their journey toward college and career readiness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELD Coordinator
Roosevelt Middle School - Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2023 - Current
- Analyze student data from NWEA, WIDA, and other assessments to strategically place English Language Learners (ELLs) into appropriate core classes, English Language Development (ELD) classes, intervention groups, or remediation, to increase student achievement.
- Directed, along with the school test administrator, the planning, scheduling, testing, and administering of the NWEA MAP Growth and WIDA assessments.
- Complete the required compliance documentation required by the English Learner Services Department for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, ensuring reporting and adherence to state and federal standards.
- Manage and maintain accurate data, tracking student progress in the areas of language development and literacy skills, to inform instructional planning and curriculum adjustments.
- Served as the English Language Development (ELD) department's representative on the school’s Leadership Team and committees, contributing diverse perspectives to develop school-wide policies, evaluate programs, and drive impactful decisions that fostered a positive school culture.
- Collaborated with content teachers to implement classroom modifications and curriculum adaptations, ensuring the academic success of students with diverse language proficiency levels.
- Served as a key point of contact for parents and guardians, proactively communicating on student progress and school events to build strong partnerships.
ESL Instructor
Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC)
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
08.2022 - Current
- Deliver instruction for students to develop their English language skills for those whose native language is other than English, following the learning objectives, curriculum, and syllabus.
- Administering and grading standardized tests and unit tests to determine students’ proficiency levels and lessons’ progress, ensuring compliance and positive constructive feedback to students.
- Assist adults in acquiring the necessary academic prerequisites to access further post-secondary education.
- Make learning student-centered and relevant to the individual student’s goals.
- Engage in active adult ESL teaching strategies that emphasize problem-solving skills and relate learning to the student’s prior experiences and knowledge.
English Language Development (ELD) Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School (Newcomer Academy) - Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
08.2020 - Current
- Develop and implement lesson plans for secondary students on acquiring social and academic language skills for English Language Learners.
- Collaborated with content teachers in a co-teaching environment to help students succeed in sheltered core subject-area classes.
- Establish efficient classroom rules and procedures to maintain a learning environment and school spaces that meet district expectations.
- Provide accommodations and modifications for students, tailored to their academic level and English language proficiency, to enable each student to achieve academic success.
- Develop common formative assessments aligned to Oklahoma City Public Schools' Newcomer Standards, WIDA Standards appropriate for grade level, and district-determined learning and language goals.
- Keep accurate data and documentation of students to provide them with intervention plans to achieve certain goals, or to follow procedures for eligibility for special education services.
Teacher Mentor
OKCPS New Teacher Mentor Program
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Overseeing first-year teachers and emergency-certified teachers during the school year, focusing on their engagement and retention within the school district.
- Mentor and coach each mentee into better instructional practices for sheltered and regular instruction classes, to accomplish learning criteria.
- Observe during instruction, provide feedback, and make recommendations to mentees regarding the observation to improve instructional practices toward school and district key progress indicators.
LEAD ELD Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School (Newcomer Academy) - Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Participate in building the capacity of other teachers within the grade level/content area through professional development, modeling, mentoring, and feedback.
- Plan and participate in engaging activities for families, and the school community.
- Collaborate with the Leadership Team to ensure alignment of the school's strategic goals with district objectives outlined in the 90-day/Title I plan.
- Facilitate and lead collaborative planning sessions and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to enhance instructional practices.
- Implement instructional strategies aligned with school and district priorities, incorporating the Instructional Framework and identified strategies to improve student outcomes.
- Actively participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement in instructional leadership and curriculum development.
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF LAW
Universidad del Zulia – LUZ
Maracaibo, Venezuela
08.2010 - 07.2015
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for the practicum Labor Law class that increased student engagement, encouraging team group activities to enhance motivation and teamwork.
- Collaborate with other members of the Practicum Law Department at the College of Law faculty, conducting classes in their absence, maintaining the prescribed program and course objectives of the regular teacher, and also helping professors assess students as a panel during group classes and practice.
- Assistance with preparation for classes, syllabi, modeling classes, and presentations of learning materials. In addition, posting online projects, class updates, and any other faculty obligations, if required.
- Conducted legal research for legal thesis statements, legal articles, and case law legal mock practice in a courtroom.
- Tutored and coached students to help achieve their career and academic goals.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Bilingual Education and TESOL
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, Oklahoma05-2024
Higher Education Graduate Certificate -
Universidad Del Zulia
Maracaibo, Venezuela06-2011
Bachelor of Law. J.D Equivalent -
Universidad Rafael Belloso Chacín
Maracaibo, Venezuela11-2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Compliance Documentation
- Collaborative Planning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Data analysis
- Learning Management Systems
- Effective communication
- Adaptability & Flexibility
Certification
· Google Certified Educator Level 1, May 2023 – May 2026
· Oklahoma Standard Teaching Certification, 2022-Current.
Certified Subject Areas: Mid-Level Social Studies, Spanish K-12, and English as a Second Language (ESL K-12).
Highlights
- Participant. Nexus Cohort I. UCO Federal Grant Program, 2022-2024
- Inbound International Exchange Student. Rotary International. Rotary Club of Tacoma #8, 1999-2000, Tacoma, Washington, United States
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ELD Coordinator
Roosevelt Middle School - Oklahoma City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Teacher Mentor
OKCPS New Teacher Mentor Program
07.2023 - 05.2025
LEAD ELD Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School (Newcomer Academy) - Oklahoma City Public Schools
07.2023 - 05.2024
ESL Instructor
Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC)
08.2022 - Current
English Language Development (ELD) Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School (Newcomer Academy) - Oklahoma City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF LAW
Universidad del Zulia – LUZ
08.2010 - 07.2015
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Bilingual Education and TESOL
University of Central Oklahoma
Higher Education Graduate Certificate -
Universidad Del Zulia
Bachelor of Law. J.D Equivalent -
Universidad Rafael Belloso Chacín
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