Blanca L. Peralta
Port Isabel,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and language acquisition across diverse learning environments, primarily at Southside ISD. Specializes in positive reinforcement and multi-subject instruction, enhancing student success and participation. Proven ability in special needs support, reinforced by a commitment to continuous professional development and mentorship.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Point Isabel ISD
10.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Bilingual Teacher
Southside Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2024
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Monitored student academic progress, growth and fluency.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Utilized various assessment methods to track student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies specific to bilingual classrooms.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2007 - 06.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
UTSA
San Antonio, TX12-2006
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Multi-subject instruction
- Special needs support
- Language acquisition
Certification
Generalist EC-8;
Bilingual Supplement EC-8
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Point Isabel ISD
10.2024 - Current
Bilingual Teacher
Southside Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2024
Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
UTSA
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