Brenda Cortina Mejia
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated, highly focused individual with over 20 years of experience creating positive, empowering learning environments for elementary age students. Recognized for excellent conscious discipline strategies and committed to fostering positive growth in children's development. Goal-oriented educator providing support to students of diverse learning levels and backgrounds, always prepared to make a positive impact on student learning and teacher wellbeing. Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator proficient in student behavior management and redirection, passionate about assisting students and utilizing proven skills acquired over 10 years of experience. Compassionate, creative, and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning, possessing an extensive background in various education settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PreK Instructional Assistant
Northeast ISD Redland Oaks Elementary
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Mentored students, recorded student data, and assisted with classroom preparation.
- Attended professional trainings and training meetings.
Teacher K Bilingual - NEISD
NEISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
PreK Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Northeast ISD Roan Forest Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Implemented appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Mentored students, recorded student data, and assisted with classroom preparation.
- Attended professional trainings and training meetings.
Reading Math Tutor
Northeast ISD El Dorado Elementary
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Utilized district standards to plan and execute lessons that addressed all requirements and prepared students to take standardized assessment tests.
- Provided instruction in Reading and Math.
- Managed students' learning and reported progress to the classroom teacher.
Reading Math Tutor
NEISD Olmos Elementary
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided instruction in Reading and Math.
- Managed students' learning and reported progress to the classroom teacher.
- Evaluated students' work and checked for understanding.
Certified Substitute Teacher
NEISD
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Provided a conductive positive learning environment.
- Evaluated students' work and checked for understanding.
- Description of work accomplishment or duty with measure.
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
El Paso ISD Marguerite Lundy Elementary
10.2013 - 11.2013
- Administered the Texas Proficiency Reading Inventory.
- Attended professional trainings and training meetings.
- Communicated with the parents of the students in my classroom over students grades and conduct.
Certified Reading Tutor
El Paso ISD Rosa Guerrero Elementary
02.2013 - 10.2013
- Provided instruction in Reading.
- Taught alphabet literacy.
- Implemented appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Long Term Substitute for Covering Teacher Mentors
Bryan ISD Ben Milam Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Mentored individuals, recorded student data and assisted with classroom preparation.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with the administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas05.2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Decision Making
- Behavioral change strategies
- Lesson Plans
- Student Development
- Collaborative communication with parents
- Growth mindset
- Student engagement
- Subject matter expertise
Certification
Generalist EC-4
Bilingual Supplemental EC-4
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher K Bilingual - NEISD
NEISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
PreK Instructional Assistant
Northeast ISD Redland Oaks Elementary
08.2020 - Current
PreK Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Northeast ISD Roan Forest Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2020
Reading Math Tutor
Northeast ISD El Dorado Elementary
11.2015 - 05.2018
Reading Math Tutor
NEISD Olmos Elementary
10.2015 - 03.2016
Certified Substitute Teacher
NEISD
03.2015 - 11.2015
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
El Paso ISD Marguerite Lundy Elementary
10.2013 - 11.2013
Certified Reading Tutor
El Paso ISD Rosa Guerrero Elementary
02.2013 - 10.2013
Long Term Substitute for Covering Teacher Mentors
Bryan ISD Ben Milam Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
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