Cecilia Salgado
General Education Elementary Teacher
Houston,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable General Education Elementary Teacher bringing eight years of experience in vocational education. Solid background helping students excel. Proactive, analytical and detail-oriented.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
ELAR Second Grade GT Teacher
Tipps Elementary-CFISD
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
ELar General education Teacher
CFISD- Frazier Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Delivered rigorous and differentiated Instructional Lessons
- Effectively implemented PBIS Matrix in the Classroom Setting
- Communicated and collaborated effectively with Parents to ensure students success
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, ensuring consistency in curriculum across subject areas.
- Team leader for Second Grade
- Member of the Discipline Committee and Student Leadership Committee
- Experience teaching Second Grade for two years, and Third Grade for two years.
- Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
- Implemented effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Boosted literacy rates among struggling readers by incorporating targeted reading interventions into daily instruction.
SUbstitute Teacher
CFISD- Postma Elementary
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Delivered Instructional Lessons to students in grades PK-4 in various campuses
- Implemented PBIS Matrix in the Classroom Setting
- Selected for three Long Term Teaching Assignments in Kindergarten at Postma Elementary School
- Communicated and collaborated effectively with parents and Staff members.
Instructional Paraprofessional
CFISD- McFee Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Provided instructional supported students one on one basis
- Worked with Kindergarten, First, Second and Third Grade Students
- Implemented PBIS Matrix in classroom setting
- Spanish Interpreter in IEPs and Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Front Desk Receptionist Duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - EC-6 Generalist
University of Houston-Victoria
Houston, TXAssociate of the Arts - Early Childhood Education Program
Lone Star College System
Skills
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Progress assessment
Goal Setting
Peer Collaboration
Classroom Instruction
Technology Integration
Parent-Teacher Communication
Collaborative learning
Effective Communication
Certification
EC-6 Generalist (Texas)
References
Upon request
Timeline
ELAR Second Grade GT Teacher
Tipps Elementary-CFISD
08.2020 - Current
ELar General education Teacher
CFISD- Frazier Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2020
SUbstitute Teacher
CFISD- Postma Elementary
01.2013 - 05.2016
Instructional Paraprofessional
CFISD- McFee Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - EC-6 Generalist
University of Houston-Victoria
Associate of the Arts - Early Childhood Education Program
Lone Star College System