Brenda Avila
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Laura Bush Elementary Pasadena ISD
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Second Grade Dual Language
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Presented subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Planned and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Conducted assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
- Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Worked with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
- Conducted ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Created a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Managed student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Teacher
Milstead Middle School Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Fifth Grade Dual Language Social Studies
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Presented subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Planned and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Conducted assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional
activities - Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Worked with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
- Conducted ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Assumed responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsored outside activities approved by the campus principal.
- Created a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Managed student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Counselor Clerk
Milstead Middle School Pasadena ISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Completed data entry tasks for behavior incident reports with strong focus on accuracy and data integrity with grade levels 5-6.
- Monitored file access of discipline records and released information to authorized personnel.
- Supported seamless office operations with full accountability for clerical tasks; compiled, copy, sort and file records of office activities.
- Reviewed files and records of students to obtain information for TREx requests and other related students record tasks.
- Communicated with parents, co-workers and other individuals to answer questions, disseminated and explained information.
- Proficient in translating, editing and revision of documents in the Spanish language, interpreted as requested for personnel via telephone, in -person meetings and email.
- Collected, counted, and disbursed money to perform basic functions for school collections and activities.
Title I Aide
South Shaver Elementary Pasadena ISD
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts and promote academic progress with grade levels PK-4.
- Devised special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based upon understanding of individual students and needs.
- Promoted positive learning environment, making learning fun and helping children feel safe.
- Delivered objective and accurate feedback to teacher on pupil achievement and progress.
- Used games, technologies and other tools to help students learn and grasp complex concepts.
- Prepared and develop various teaching aids, such as bibliographies, charts and graphs.
Title I Aide
Queens Intermediate School Pasadena ISD
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts and promote academic progress with grade levels 6-8.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, promoting positive attitude toward learning.
- Supervised students during cooling-off time, monitoring behavior.
- Operated audio-visual equipment, maintained computer laboratories and assisted students with hardware and software use.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, Texas05-2022
Skills
- Bilingual (verbal & written)- English/Spanish
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Typing and computer skills (Microsoft: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Skyward
Timeline
Teacher
Laura Bush Elementary Pasadena ISD
08.2024 - 05.2025
Teacher
Milstead Middle School Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
Counselor Clerk
Milstead Middle School Pasadena ISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
Title I Aide
South Shaver Elementary Pasadena ISD
08.2015 - 08.2016
Title I Aide
Queens Intermediate School Pasadena ISD
08.2010 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Texas Permian Basin
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