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Christina Herrera

Christina Herrera

Plano,TX

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of a team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator- PLTW Robotics/ AVID/ College and Career

Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
08.2011 - Current
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.

Instructional Facilitator

Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
06.2019 - 08.2023
  • Boosted teacher collaboration by facilitating regular team meetings, sharing resources, and discussing student progress.
  • Served as a liaison between administration and teaching staff, advocating for teachers'' needs and priorities in decision-making processes.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging reflective practice among teachers in their instructional delivery methods.
  • Assisted in the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving academic performance across all grade levels.
  • Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to help teachers refine their instructional practices.

Curriculum Writer

Carrolton Farmers Branch
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Transformed complex concepts into easily digestible content through creative lesson design while maintaining academic rigor.
  • Implemented assessment tools to measure student progress effectively, providing valuable insights for ongoing curriculum adjustments.
  • Trained fellow educators in the implementation of newly developed curricula, fostering a seamless transition from old materials to new ones.
  • Looked at student testing data and compared it to new and past curriculum.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning, accommodating a range of learning styles within the classroom setting.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies -

University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX
12.2009

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Collaboration
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Educational technology
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills

Accomplishments

  • Named "Teacher of the Year" at Dan F. Long Middle School in 2021.
  • Won “Teacher of the 9 weeks” award at Dan F. Long Middle School 2021
  • Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Armstrong Middle School in 2013.
  • Named "Mentor of the Year" at Dan F. Long Middle School in 2021.
  • Innovative Grant Recipient from the Educational Foundation of CFBISD in 2022.

Awards

Designated Exemplary Teacher

Additional Information

Innovation Academy

Inaugural Class

Timeline

Instructional Facilitator

Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
06.2019 - 08.2023

Curriculum Writer

Carrolton Farmers Branch
06.2018 - 06.2021

Educator- PLTW Robotics/ AVID/ College and Career

Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
08.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies -

University of Texas At Dallas

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