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Brandy Saavedra

Monte Alto,TX

Summary

Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in diverse classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructional Aide- Reading AR Clerk

Eisenhower Elementary School
2901 E Russell Rd, Edinburg, TX 78542
08.2022 - 07.2023


  • Assist users in locating and using materials and resources
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Help maintain the effective operation of the accelerated reader program and supervise students using the accelerated reader program
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English (Secondary Teaching 7-12)

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W University Dr, Edinburg, TX 78539
12.2023

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

South Texas College
3201 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501
05.2019

Monte Alto Early College High School
Monte Alto, TX
06.2019

Skills

  • Conversational Bilingualism
  • Assessment Administration
  • Student Records Management
  • Test Administration
  • Classroom Support
  • Lesson Development
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Classroom Technology
  • Student Needs Support
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Assessment
  • Classroom Management

Field Hours

  • Longoria Middle School, Fall 2023, Jennifer Cantu, 70 instructional days
  • Edinburg High School, Spring 2022, Valeria Villarreal, 30 hours

Certification

  • Mental Health First Aid Certified - 2023
  • Educational Aide III- 2022

Teaching License Requirement

  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (120), score: 264
  • Core Subject: ELAR 7-12 (231) score: 264

Timeline

Instructional Aide- Reading AR Clerk

Eisenhower Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English (Secondary Teaching 7-12)

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

South Texas College

Monte Alto Early College High School
  • Mental Health First Aid Certified - 2023
  • Educational Aide III- 2022

Teaching License Requirement

  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (120), score: 264
  • Core Subject: ELAR 7-12 (231) score: 264
Brandy Saavedra