Christina Espinosa
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated teaching professional with 13 years of experience in the elementary classroom. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student experiences through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Has an unwavering commitment to guide and support students’ personal and academic development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- 3rd grade teacher
- Implement creative and engaging lesson plans to promote a positive learning environment for students
- Instruct students individually, in small groups, and as a whole group by using and adapting a variety of teaching methods to meet students’ varying needs and interests
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, and family members with differing communication styles and diverse backgrounds
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators to ensure student success
- Communicate with parents in a variety of ways which include daily student agendas, messages online, phone calls, monthly newsletters, and in-person meetings
- Create Behavior Improvement Plans (BIP) and be an active participant in Health and Wellness meetings
- Member of the Instructional Council and grade level team leader
- Cooperating teacher for seven teacher candidates from the University of New Mexico
Elementary Teacher
La Mesa Elementary School
08.2013 - 07.2018
- 3rd grade teacher, 2nd/3rd grade combination class
- Provided individualized and small group instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Assessed student progress and adapted instruction accordingly
- Built positive relationships with students, staff, and family members with differing communication styles and diverse backgrounds
- Communicated with parents in a variety of ways
- Commended for ability to redirect students exhibiting challenging behaviors. Selected to lead a session on promoting positivity in the classroom
- Co-taught science and social studies daily in an inclusive classroom setting
- Cooperating teacher for two teacher candidates in conjunction with the TECLA: Teacher Education Collaborative in Language Diversity & Arts Integration Program through the University of New Mexico
- Monthly professional development sessions for integrating the arts into lessons and units focused on literacy, language, and cultural content through the TECLA program
- Worked with the National Dance Institute to integrate the arts into the classroom and promote a standard of excellence among students
- Member of the Instructional Council and grade level team leader
- Literacy and Bilingual Goal Team leader
Elementary Teacher
Arroyo Del Oso Elementary
08.2012 - 07.2013
- 4th grade teacher
- Created and implemented lessons that encouraged students to grow and achieve curriculum goals
- Created a positive learning environment that is conducive to student learning and engagement
- Led weekly class meetings to support students socially and emotionally
- Communicated with parents through daily student agendas, monthly newsletters, and parent-teacher conferences to maximize student learning opportunities
- Passionate about inspiring students to reach their full potential
Education
• Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2012
Skills
- Advocates for students and their families
- Collaborates with parents, counselors, and administrators for student success
- Maintains thorough student records
- Problem-solves to identify and resolve issues
- Listens empathetically and communicates effectively
- Navigates various cultural backgrounds and experiences with care
Custom Section
Culturally Responsive Classroom Management
A training and book study that teach how to be culturally responsive in the school community by practicing the validation and affirmation of different cultures
Accept Identify Move
A social and emotional learning curriculum that incorporates mindfulness practices, concepts of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Applied Behavior Analysis
Nurtured Heart Approach
A therapeutic method that teaches the skill of seeing and acknowledging positive things by giving children very specific recognition to inspire them to build a positive portfolio of themselves
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
Elementary Teacher
La Mesa Elementary School
08.2013 - 07.2018
Elementary Teacher
Arroyo Del Oso Elementary
08.2012 - 07.2013
• Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of New Mexico