Alma Diaz
Houston,TX
Summary
To provide a structured, student-centered, and nurturing environment that encourages student growth and development. To facilitate learning by engaging and challenging students to use critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. Knowledgeable Bilingual Teacher with 16 years of experience. Adept at exam proctoring and closely monitoring student progress through assessments and individualized exams. Successful in technology integration and language instruction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
4th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching students'' educational experiences.
- Incorporated cultural elements from both languages into lessons, promoting global awareness and appreciation for diversity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents via regular conferences and updates on student progress, strengthening family involvement in education.
- Cultivated a positive classroom culture through proactive behavior management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Adapted teaching methods in response to evolving classroom dynamics, ensuring a consistently effective learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction based on learning styles, effectively accommodating diverse student needs.
Bilingual Teacher
Harris Elementary
08.2004 - 12.2020
- Key responsibilities: planning and delivering effective instruction across various subjects and grade levels, assessing and monitoring student progress, and providing individualized support and intervention as needed
- Facilitating grade level meetings, collaborative planning, mentoring new teachers, and implementing team-building strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Monitored student progress in both content growth and English fluency.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in positive learning environment and increased student participation.
Substitute Teacher
Vines EC
01.2004 - 05.2004
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
HISD Tutor
Yale Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership For Linguistically Diverse
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education EC-4
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2004
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Teacher Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Dual language
- Bilingual Instruction
- Multitasking and Organization
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Communication Skills
Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and community members to support student learning and achievement is an essential responsibility of an elementary school teacher.
Leadership Experience
Facilitating grade level planning meetings, creating, and designing agendas for grade level, designing grade level interventions, provided grade level workshops or training sessions, and district wide math training session, and collaborative planning with leadership.
Personal Information
Title: Certified Bilingual EC-4 Teacher
References
- Norman Dionisio
- Harris Elementary School Principal
- More upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
4th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
Bilingual Teacher
Harris Elementary
08.2004 - 12.2020
Substitute Teacher
Vines EC
01.2004 - 05.2004
HISD Tutor
Yale Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2003
M.D. - Educational Leadership For Linguistically Diverse
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education EC-4
University of Houston
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