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Angelica L. Martinez

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a positive attitude and leadership qualities, experienced at Los Angeles Unified School District. Successfully designed engaging bilingual lesson plans and boosted fundraising efforts through targeted campaigns. Proficient in Spanish, I foster community engagement and support diverse learning needs, creating a welcoming environment for student growth.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Los Ángeles Boys & Girls Club
01.2015 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
  • Cook for events
  • Volunteered at the Food Bank

Dual Language Teacher

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
09.1993 - 06.2025
  • Lead Teacher-Dual Language Program
  • Mentor Teacher for Student Teachers: CSULA, UCLA & USC
  • Designed engaging lesson plans incorporating bilingual education methodologies.
  • Facilitated classroom activities promoting language acquisition and cultural understanding.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction to support diverse student learning needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with dual language standards.
  • Grant Writer: DONORSCHOOSE, KEMPER FOUNDATION & ELOP/LOTE STATE grants
  • Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress in both languages.
  • Created a welcoming environment supporting students' social and emotional growth.
  • Engaged with parents and community members to enhance educational outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to improve teaching practices.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through quizzes, tests, and oral presentations, providing constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
  • Participated in professional development workshops focused on dual language education, staying up-to-date with current methodologies and pedagogical approaches.
  • Improved student language skills by implementing immersive learning activities and interactive games.
  • Mentored new dual language teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance throughout their first year of teaching.
  • Instructed students age 5 to 6 in Spanish language, culture and history by assigning reading material, written assignments and hands-on projects.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-1991

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
06-1988

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership qualities
  • Community service
  • Community engagement
  • Event setup
  • Food distribution
  • Foreign language proficiency-Spanish
  • Conflict resolution
  • Fundraising events
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of food bank, cooked food and distributed gifts to children..

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Volunteer

Los Ángeles Boys & Girls Club
01.2015 - Current

Dual Language Teacher

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
09.1993 - 06.2025

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State University Los Angeles

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pasadena City College

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