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Brenda Trevino

Mission,TX

Summary

I am deeply committed to my love for learning and empowering the next generation of educators. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology/Spanish from the University of Texas-Pan American in 2002, followed by a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Lamar University. In 2010. In my ongoing journey as a lifelong learner, I pursued a Master of Arts in Spanish from the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley, completing my degree in 2023.

My passion for teaching is reflected not only in my experience but in my dedication to professional development. I hold Teacher Certifications in 4-12 Biology and Bilingual Generalist (4-8), as well as a Principal Certificate (Standard), which I received in 2011. Additionally, my ILD (Instructional Leadership Development) Certificate from 2010 exemplifies my commitment to leadership in the classroom and beyond.

I believe in the transformative power of education and strive to inspire my students to not only excel academically but to become thoughtful, engaged, and compassionate future educators. My career reflects my passion for both science, education, and language, with a strong focus on the growth of both my students and myself as an educator.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dual Enrollment Instructor

South Texas College
01.2021 - Current

South Texas College-Education Department

www.southtexascollege.edu

* EDUC1300, EDUC1301, EDUC2301 Instructor

South Texas College-Languages and Cultural Studies Department

* SPAN1411



9th Grade Biology Teacher

Jimmy Carter ECHS
01.2018 - Current
  • Help students improve their science knowledge and skills
  • Prepare science fair projects for District Science Fair
  • Meet curriculum timelines
  • Prepare students for the State-mandated test
  • Improve student achievement and scores

5th grade Teacher

Lloyd M. Bentsen Elementary, La Joya ISD
01.2010 - 01.2018

7th-8th Grade Science Teacher

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D
08.2002 - 05.2010

TAFE Teacher Leader

Jimmy Carter ECHS
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide overall guidance and leadership for the TAFE club.
  • Serve as a mentor for students interested in pursuing careers in education.
  • Assist in creating and organizing activities, workshops, and lesson plans that introduce students to key concepts in education, classroom management, and educational theory
  • Coordinate events, conferences, and workshops for club members, including local, regional, state, and, national-level TAFE competitions, conferences, and service projects
  • Help organize service learning projects and outreach opportunities that allow students to apply educational concepts in real-world settings.
  • Help students develop leadership skills by guiding them through roles within the club, such as officer positions
  • Oversee fundraising activities and seek out sponsors to support the club's events, field trips, and competitions
  • Stay updated on the latest trends in education and TAFE-related opportunities
  • Advocate for your students’ interests within the school community, ensuring their needs are met and encouraging them to excel in their pursuits to become future educators

Team Leader

Jimmy Carter Early College High School
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: [not provided]
  • Organize and structure the core academic areas’ team
  • Responsible for meeting deadlines for self and team members
  • Conduct team/student/parent conferences
  • Responsible for contacting parents and scheduling conferences
  • Organize field trips for students
  • Responsible for making sure students went and came back to and from field trip in a safely manner
  • Discipline students for other members of the team
  • Responsible for assisting team members with discipline issues

SIOP Coach

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Company Overview: [not provided]
  • Assist teachers in the implementation of the SIOP Model
  • Conduct presentations to disseminate information on the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the SIOP model and its positive impact on student academic achievement
  • Create lessons utilizing the SIOP Model
  • [not provided]

RtI Committee 7th grade Representative

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Company Overview: [not provided]
  • Assist in the implementation of the RtI process
  • Evaluate student portfolio for identification of research-based interventions that will better benefit students and increase their academic achievement
  • Provide feedback to 7th grade teachers who recommended students to the RtI Committee


Volleyball, Basketball, and Track Coach

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2003 - 01.2004


  • 8th grade volleyball District Champions
  • 1st place 7th grade Basketball Tournament


Education

MA - Spanish

University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
05.2023

MA - Educational Administration

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
06.2010

BS - Biology, Spanish

University of Texas-Pan American
Edinburg, TX
05.2002

Skills

  • Foreign language instruction
  • Health and wellness
  • Instructional leadership
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Student engagement
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Student-centered learning
  • Classroom management
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Cooperative learning experience
  • Technology integration

Certification

  • Teacher Certification, 4-12 Biology, Texas, 2002-Present
  • Teacher Certification, Bilingual Generalist 4-8, Texas
  • Principal Certificate, Standard, Texas, 04/11
  • ILD Certificate, 01/10

Awards

  • 2009-2010, Teacher of the Year, Memorial Middle School
  • 2012-2013, Teacher of the Year, Lloyd M. Bentsen Elementary
  • 2018-2019, Teacher of the Year, Jimmy Carter Early College High School

Affiliations

  • Association of Teacher and Professional Educators (ATPE), La Joya, Texas, 2004-Present
  • Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE), 2022-Present
  • Educators Rising National Affiliation, 2022-Present

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

TAFE Teacher Leader

Jimmy Carter ECHS
01.2022 - Current

Dual Enrollment Instructor

South Texas College
01.2021 - Current

Team Leader

Jimmy Carter Early College High School
01.2020 - 01.2024

9th Grade Biology Teacher

Jimmy Carter ECHS
01.2018 - Current

5th grade Teacher

Lloyd M. Bentsen Elementary, La Joya ISD
01.2010 - 01.2018

SIOP Coach

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2009 - 12.2009

RtI Committee 7th grade Representative

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2008 - 12.2008

Volleyball, Basketball, and Track Coach

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D.
01.2003 - 01.2004

7th-8th Grade Science Teacher

Memorial Middle School, La Joya I.S.D
08.2002 - 05.2010

MA - Educational Administration

Lamar University

BS - Biology, Spanish

University of Texas-Pan American

MA - Spanish

University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Brenda Trevino