Years as an Educator
Amanda (Mandy) Vasquez
Curriculum And Instructional Design And Implementation
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Resourceful and innovative Curriculum and Instructional Designer with over 10 years of experience in instructional technology and curriculum development for diverse classrooms and high-needs campuses in one of the largest school districts in Texas. Offering insightful analysis of content and data in order to design tailored teaching and learning units that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs of both student and adult learners.
Overview
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Work History
Secondary ELAR Instructional Specialist
North East ISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2016 - Current
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Developed distance learning tools and curriculum and supported faculty with implementation.
- Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Secondary English Teacher /Grade Level Chair
North East ISD Douglas MacArthur High School
San Antonio, TX
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Consulted with teachers to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Tracked student progress using exams and weekly graded assignments, keeping detailed notes and working with students to identify and rectify issues.
- Provided personal guidance for students struggling both in and out of classrooms, maintaining professionalism while helping students feel safe.
Secondary English Teacher /Grade Level Chair
Warren ISD Warren High School
Warren, TX
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Instructed multiple levels of English (9-11) including Pre-AP and AP Language and Composition.
- Led and sponsored various extracurricular activities: One-Act Play Director, Yearbook Advisor, UIL Coach (Ready Writing and Literary Criticism), National Honor Society Sponsor
- 2011-2012: Teacher of the Year
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 08.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English, Philosophy
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 08.2005 - 12.2008
Skills
Vertical Alignment of content area skills and practices
Distance learning tools and implementation
Curriculum and Instructional expertise
Guiding instructional decisions based on data analyses
Tailored support of campuses, deans, PLCs, and individual teachers
Best practices and research-driven approach
Supporting PLCs process
Building teacher capacity and efficacy
Critical eye/lens, detail-oriented
Understanding by Design trained
AVID Critical Reading and Content Area Writing certified
Student Centered Coaching trained
Google Educator certified
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate, English Language Arts and Reading (8-12)