Rosaana Calderon
Bilingual Educator TEA Rating: Recognized
Summary
Passionate educator for over 10 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Interventionist/Instructional Reading Coach
Dallas ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Develop strategic intervention models to be implemented on assigned campus, in collaboration with the campus administration, that provide instructional support for students functioning below grade level in reading in which there was a 30% increase.
- Presented to the professional learning community Kinder-5th grade RLA/SLAR once a week to perform and improve skills in the reading content area.
- Participated in curriculum development and revisions in the reading content and program area.
- Develop and provide professional development in collaboration and coordination with District Teaching and Learning and School Leadership departments with 95% of teachers implementing within two-week time frame.
- Collaborated with campus administrative staff to identify individual teachers to develop a coaching cycle for specific instructional skill development and student academic progress for reading instruction.
- Observed and followed up with identified teachers on specific feedback and assist/support with next steps. 92% of teachers made double digit gains in domain 1 from the beginning of the school year to the end of the school year.
- Lead campus wide in the implementation of personalized learning models and trainings.
- On-site campus coordinator for Personalized Learning requirements to monitor and report on teacher progress and follow up.
- Developed a data tracking system to monitor student progress in which 100% of teachers utilized to make instructional decisions.
- Tutored students through HB4545.
- Reading Academy completion.
Testing Coordinator
Dallas ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated successful accommodations for students with special needs, ensuring equal opportunity and access to exams.
- Served as liaison between campus stakeholders involved in assessment processes, fostering collaboration among departments towards common goals.
- Developed guidelines for ethical conduct during exams, promoting an environment of integrity within testing center community.
- Enhanced test security by implementing strict procedures and monitoring practices during campus-wide assessments.
- Maintained accurate records of all testing materials, ensuring proper inventory management and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained security and integrity of sensitive test materials.
- Provided ongoing support to faculty in creating effective assessment tools aligned with course objectives and learning outcomes.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Met state and local testing timelines.
- Assisted administrators in interpreting data from various assessments by generating detailed reports highlighting key findings.
- Developed student rosters for special testing conditions.
MTSS Campus Chair
Dallas Isd
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with school leadership to develop and implement MTSS frameworks tailored to the elementary level.
- Facilitating professional development sessions for teachers and staff on MTSS principles, strategies, and interventions.
- Serving as a liaison between general education, special education, and support staff to ensure alignment of MTSS practices.
- Analyzing student data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for intervention within the MTSS framework.
- Coordinating with community resources and external partners to support students' social, emotional, and academic needs.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of MTSS interventions and adjusting strategies as needed to ensure student success.
- Providing ongoing support and guidance to teachers in implementing evidence-based practices within MTSS tiers.
- Conducting regular meetings with MTSS teams to review student progress, discuss interventions, and plan next steps.
- Collaborating with families to develop individualized intervention plans and foster home-school partnerships.
- Keeping abreast of research and best practices in MTSS and applying this knowledge to improve outcomes for students.
4th Grade Dual Language Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2013 - 07.2021
- Offer hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills, utilized diverse teaching methods, provide positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Integrate a variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation, cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, and fostering both social emotional and academic development.
- Establish positive classroom management and environment by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district’s curriculum programs, develop lesson that reflect accommodations for students’ learning styles. and provide opportunity for all students to have academic achievement.
- Establish and maintain lasting rapport with instructional assistants and educators, teachers, building administrators, and parents.
- Supervise paraprofessionals in facilitating classroom activities.
- Decrease student fail rate by about 40% in the 2018-2019 school year in Reading Language Arts in the bilingual 4th grade classroom.
- Coordinate and lead grade-level team meetings.
- Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement grade-level curriculum.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among grade-level teachers.
- Provide support and guidance to teachers in curriculum planning, instructional practices, and classroom management.
- Serve as a mentor to new teachers within grade level and campus.
STEM Camp Instructor
Camp Invention
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Design and facilitate engaging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities and projects for elementary-aged students attending Camp Invention.
- Foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through hands-on exploration and experimentation.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all campers, adhering to Camp Invention's safety protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborate with co-instructors and camp counselors to effectively manage classroom dynamics and transitions.
- Provide guidance and support to campers as they work on individual and group projects, encouraging collaboration and teamwork.
- Introduce campers to basic engineering concepts, such as prototyping, designing, and testing solutions to real-world challenges.
- Incorporate elements of innovation and entrepreneurship into activities, inspiring campers to think outside the box and pursue their ideas.
- Adapt lesson plans and activities to meet the diverse needs and interests of campers, ensuring that all participants are actively engaged.
- Communicate regularly with camp leadership and parents/guardians regarding campers' progress, achievements, and any concerns.
- Serve as a positive role model for campers, demonstrating enthusiasm for STEM learning and a passion for inspiring young minds.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction; Minor in Bilingual Ed.
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX 07.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Science -
Dallas County Community College
Eastfield College 08.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Accomplishments
- Texas Education Agency Recognized Teacher since 2021
- Dallas ISD District Distinguished Teacher (DTR) since 2018
- Teacher of the Year 2019
- Grade-Level Chair
- 5 out of 5 mentored teacher candidates successfully certified to teach
- Selected to delegate Personalized Learning Continuation for Campus
- Selected to be MTSS Campus Chair
- Selected to be Campus Testing Coordinator
- Campus Cohort Lead that organized group to attend Ron Clark Academy Professional Development in Atlanta,GA.
Affiliations
Texas Tech University TechTeach Program: Mentor Teacher
Personalized Learning Fellowship
Dallas ISD Dual Language Department Cadre Member
Camp Invention Instructor
Completion of TEA Science of Teaching Reading Course
Timeline
Testing Coordinator
Dallas ISD
08.2023 - Current
MTSS Campus Chair
Dallas Isd
08.2023 - Current
Interventionist/Instructional Reading Coach
Dallas ISD
08.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction; Minor in Bilingual Ed.
Texas A&M University - Commerce
07.2021 - 12.2022
STEM Camp Instructor
Camp Invention
06.2016 - 06.2021
4th Grade Dual Language Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2013 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of North Texas
08.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Science -
Dallas County Community College
08.2005 - 05.2009
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