Bani Coello
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic bilingual educator with extensive experience at Sheldon ISD, specializing in curriculum development and student assessment. Proven ability to foster language acquisition and engage parents, enhancing student motivation and performance. Adept at implementing creative lesson designs and behavior management techniques, ensuring a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher
Sheldon ISD
Houston, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Created a supportive classroom environment that encouraged students to take risks with the language.
- Adapted curriculums to fit bilingual classrooms and include all students.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Evaluated student performance data from standardized tests and designed strategies for improvement.
- Attended professional development workshops related to bilingual education best practices.
- Implemented behavior management techniques that promoted positive interactions among students.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop integrated lessons for multiple subjects taught in Spanish.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Advised parents about educational resources available for bilingual children.
- Encouraged student participation through pair work and individual projects.
- Participated in school events such as Open House nights or Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher
Sheldon ISD
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Facilitated small group discussions in order to promote critical thinking skills.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Developed and implemented a daily dual language curriculum to ensure students had an immersive experience in Spanish.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and provide feedback on areas of improvement.
- Organized classroom activities such as games, art projects, music, and storytelling to foster creativity and encourage collaboration among students.
- Encouraged open communication between parents and staff about their child's academic development.
- Promoted positive behavior by setting clear expectations for students while also providing rewards for good conduct.
- Referred students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student, including those with learning disabilities or special needs.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Monitored student achievement data to ensure goals were being met or exceeded.
- Designed lesson plans based on comprehensive teaching of academic, social and personal skills.
- Utilized technology such as computers and tablets for interactive educational activities.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated multiple learning styles to engage all learners.
- Implemented strategies designed to facilitate Spanish language acquisition for non-native speakers.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Documented and shared important milestones with each student's parents and guardians.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Adapted instructional materials based on the needs of each student.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher Assistant
Sheldon ISD
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Instructed small groups of students on specific topics within the scope of teacher's lesson plan.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for instruction and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop instructional plans that met individual needs of students.
- Supervised children on field trips to maintain safety and foster cultural learning experiences.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
- Explained class procedures.
LPAC Instructional Aide
Sheldon ISD
Houston, TX
07.2014 - 02.2017
- An LPAC (Language Proficiency Assessment Committee) clerk's job involves supporting the LPAC process by managing documentation, scheduling meetings, and assisting with the identification, placement, and monitoring of English Language Learners (ELLs).
- Organize, schedule, and collaborate with teachers in order to conduct small groups to target students' specific needs.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Provide assistance to teachers with one-on-one with students to meet their specific needs.
Cashier
McDonald's
Houston, TX
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Replenished condiments, napkins, utensils and other necessary items during shifts.
- Adhered to all food safety regulations including proper storage of products and temperature control guidelines.
Education
BBA - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX05-2018
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High School
Houston, TX06-2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX05-2014
Skills
- Bilingual communication
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Parental engagement
- Lesson planning
- Educational technology
- Behavior management
- Language instruction
- Collaboration skills
- Critical thinking
- Differentiated instruction
- Data analysis
- Creative lesson design
- Student motivation
- Language proficiency
- Immersion techniques
- Instructional materials
- Cultural awareness
- Peer collaboration
- Standardized testing
- Parent-teacher communication
- Literacy development
- Multilingual education
- Collaborative teaching
- Bilingual instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Language acquisition
- Early childhood education
- Classroom safety practices
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Parent communication
- Creative problem solving
- Analytical skills
- Continuous improvement
- Multitasking capacity
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 2021
- National Honor Society
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- certified bilingual teacher
Timeline
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher
Sheldon ISD
08.2020 - Current
Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher
Sheldon ISD
08.2018 - 07.2020
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher Assistant
Sheldon ISD
08.2017 - 07.2018
LPAC Instructional Aide
Sheldon ISD
07.2014 - 02.2017
Cashier
McDonald's
07.2013 - 07.2014
BBA - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston - Clear Lake
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High School
Associate of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College
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