Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BILINGUAL & ESL LPAC Specialist
HEB ISD
08.2023 - Current
Coordinated retrieval of student records from other schools and institutions to identify the best program for student placement.
identify students as EB based on specific criteria. determining the level of English language proficiency. recommending program placement ensure that all ELL students are assigned to a bilingual or ESL
Organized student/teacher schedules for TELPAS.
Collected and reported student data to track student progress using correct tracking sheets.
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Trained teachers to be Raters for TELPAS
Create spreadsheets for student data, made sure students information was updated in DMAC
attend ARD meetings for LEP students/translator
In charge of LPAC meetings and parent involvement activities
worked closely with the counselor to ensure LEP students had accomodations for STAR test
6-8 Newcomer-EB ELLA Teacher/LPAC Coordinator
Weatherford ISD-Tison Middle Schol
02.2021 - 05.2023
Deliver the ELLA curriculum to newcomers with strong vocabulary support to help them with the acquisition of English language, literacy, and cognitive academic language and skills and collaborate with content area teachers to ensure support for EB learners
Monitor student progress. reviewing pertinent information concerning each appropriate placement for the next school year
Maintain all LPAC meeting records/minutes and lists of students reviewed in an LPAC file/binder
Serve as a student advocate in meetings with guidance counselors, content teachers, parents, and administrators
Mentor new teachers new to campus
Assist Dean of Academics in creating schedules for TELPAS testing
Student council sponsor
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
Maintained work schedule that maximized availability to students, parents, colleagues and administration.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of an integrated classroom.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
1st Grade Classroom Teacher
Lake Country Christian School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
Maintained work schedule that maximized availability to students, parents, colleagues and administration.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Created lesson plan units that helped students see wholeness and relevance in their learning that connected biblical principles to concepts about God’s world
Implemented a variety of teaching strategies to match the learning styles of the students
Researched in advance the best format of assessments to measure students' learning for a lesson or unit
Communicated and developed a partnership with parents and other stakeholders about their child's academic progress and needs
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
3rd Grade Dual Language Teacher
Lake Worth ISD
08.2016 - 05.2019
Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
Lead teacher council liaison for after-school tutoring for STAAR readiness and UIL Chess Coach
Structured and edited the curriculum by creating learning activities that reflected the Dual language program which allowed students to experience problem-solving and inquiry in situations that could be drawn from their personal experiences and real-world applications
Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
Differentiated lessons by previewing and pre-teaching vocabulary, using the core elements of the curriculum of Fountas and Pinnell
Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
6th- ELAR &Social Studies Dual Language Teacher
Lake Worth ISD
01.2015 - 05.2016
Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Provided instruction that followed the Dual language Gomez and Gomez model
Established positive relationships with students and parents in order to build a support system for students to succeed
Created lessons that aligned with the TEKS that ignited deeper thinking through higher-level thinking questions, hands-on experiences, and stem research projects
Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
Helped with State Testing in Spanish
worked with students k-12th grade
went into the classroom to assist LEP learners as needed
open communication with teachers and parents of students in their home language
Education
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
08.2020
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
05.2012
High School Diploma -
Fort Stockton High School
Fort Stockton, TX
05.1998
Skills
Relationship building and networking
Community Relations
Staff Development
Standardized Testing
Planning and Coordination
Student achievement
Computer Skills in DMAC, Excel, Microsoft Word, Google
Certification
ESL Certified
Generalist EC-6
Principal EC-12
Timeline
BILINGUAL & ESL LPAC Specialist
HEB ISD
08.2023 - Current
6-8 Newcomer-EB ELLA Teacher/LPAC Coordinator
Weatherford ISD-Tison Middle Schol
02.2021 - 05.2023
1st Grade Classroom Teacher
Lake Country Christian School
08.2019 - 05.2020
3rd Grade Dual Language Teacher
Lake Worth ISD
08.2016 - 05.2019
6th- ELAR &Social Studies Dual Language Teacher
Lake Worth ISD
01.2015 - 05.2016
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership