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Work History
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Community And Cultural Engagement
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Alma Y. Miller

Spencerport,NY

Summary

Dynamic EMLL Specialist at Greece District Schools with a proven track record in developing individualized language plans and fostering family engagement. Skilled in bilingual interpretation and community outreach, I successfully enhanced student achievement and cultural inclusivity, ensuring effective communication and support for multilingual learners.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergent Multilingual Language Learner (EMLL) Specialist - Pre-K

Greece District Schools
Rochester, NY
07.2024 - Current
  • Designed and implemented individualized language development plans for multilingual learners in PreK settings.
  • Collaborated closely with families and classroom teachers to align instruction and home support.
  • Conducted parent meetings and provided interpretation to ensure full family participation.
  • Facilitated culturally inclusive activities promoting language development and school engagement.

Language and Culture Coach - Kindergarten, Bilingual Program

Greece District Schools
Rochester, NY
07.2024 - Current
  • Delivered personalized Spanish language and cultural instruction to small student groups.
  • Supported communication between families and staff through translation and interpretation.
  • Fostered confidence and fluency in Spanish through culturally responsive teaching.
  • Monitored and reported student language growth and helped build strong school-family connections.

Latino Family Education Facilitator

Greece Central School District
Rochester, NY
09.2025 - 06.2025
  • Served as a bridge between the school and Latino families to enhance engagement and support student achievement.
  • Organized and led parent workshops on school navigation, literacy development, and community resources.
  • Provided translation and interpretation during school meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and outreach events.
  • Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure culturally responsive communication and support.
  • Promoted family participation in school activities and connected families with local services.

Spanish Teacher, Grades 9-12

The Charles Finney School
Penfield, NY
09.2020 - 06.2024
  • Taught Spanish I, II, III, and led immersive cultural experiences, including a trip to Spain and Portugal.
  • Coordinated fundraisers and school-wide events to showcase Latin American culture.
  • Communicated regularly with Spanish-speaking families to support student success.

ENL Teacher & ENL Coordinator, Grades 8-12

Northstar Christian Academy
Rochester, NY
01.2013 - 06.2020
  • Created and led the school's international academic program and student orientation.
  • Developed individualized language plans for students across all proficiency levels.
  • Acted as liaison between school, families, and host parents, promoting smooth transitions.
  • Organized cultural field trips and advocated for multilingual students.

Education

B.A. - Spanish and Secondary Education, Spanish Certification Program (Grades 7-12)

The State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport
12.2000

Skills

  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe Suite
  • Rosetta Stone
  • Renaissance Star Reading
  • RenWeb
  • Bilingual Interpretation
  • Community Outreach
  • Event Coordination
  • Student & Family Advocacy

Languages

  • English and Spanish, Fully Proficient.

Community And Cultural Engagement

  • Miss Puerto Rico of Rochester (1994) - Public spokesperson on youth advocacy and education
  • Frequent speaker and event participant at the Ibero-American Action League and local cultural initiatives
  • Wrote and recorded original Christian music; collaborated with student choirs and musicians

Affiliations

  • Worship Leader at Spencerport Bible Church, ministering through music and leading the congregation in worship.
  • Local missionary in the city of Rochester, sharing the gospel through song and community outreach.
  • Passionate vocalist, pianist, and guitarist dedicated to using music as a tool for encouragement, and spiritual growth.

Accomplishments

  • Created bilingual early childhood educational videos.
  • I have recorded and produced three albums.
  • Spearheaded a YouTube channel for the Greece School District.
  • I have led worship for 25 years.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Latino Family Education Facilitator

Greece Central School District
09.2025 - 06.2025

Emergent Multilingual Language Learner (EMLL) Specialist - Pre-K

Greece District Schools
07.2024 - Current

Language and Culture Coach - Kindergarten, Bilingual Program

Greece District Schools
07.2024 - Current

Spanish Teacher, Grades 9-12

The Charles Finney School
09.2020 - 06.2024

ENL Teacher & ENL Coordinator, Grades 8-12

Northstar Christian Academy
01.2013 - 06.2020

B.A. - Spanish and Secondary Education, Spanish Certification Program (Grades 7-12)

The State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport