Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Open to discussion
Open To Work
CHRISTINA O’NEILL
Education Specialist/Trainer & Coordinator
Mission,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic K-12 Literacy Coordinator at La Joya ISD, adept at driving data-driven instruction and enhancing emergent bilinguals' academic achievement. Proven track record in curriculum development and professional development, fostering collaboration among educators. Skilled in educational technology integration and effective communication, ensuring high-quality literacy instruction across diverse learning environments. Results-driven with several-year career focused on enhancing child development with motivational and encouraging approach highly intuitive with different behavioral concerns and strategies for addressing issues via customized lesson plans. Dedicated to cultivating orderly, calm and supportive environments to promote learning and adaptation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
K-12 LITERACY COORDINATOR
LA JOYA ISD
MISSION
07.2025 - Current
- Led districtwide K–12 literacy initiatives aligned to the Science of Reading and TEKS to improve reading outcomes for all students, including emergent bilingual learners.
- Designed and facilitated professional learning for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators, focused on structured literacy, data-driven instruction, and high-impact instructional practices.
- Supported campus implementation of curriculum, assessments, and instructional frameworks through coaching cycles, PLC facilitation, and instructional walkthroughs.
- Analyzed multiple data sources (STAAR, MAP, TELPAS, formative assessments) to guide instructional decisions, target interventions, and monitor progress.
- Collaborated with district departments to ensure alignment of literacy goals, resources, and professional development.
- Provided ongoing support to campuses to ensure fidelity of implementation and equitable access to high-quality literacy instruction.
TITLE III FACILITATOR
LA JOYA ISD
Mission, TX
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Duties include working directly with teachers and administrators at the assigned campus to enhance or supplement the instruction of English learners across all content areas, and provide ongoing professional development and teacher support.
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Organized training sessions to enhance teaching strategies and classroom management skills.
- Provided support to teachers in implementing new educational technologies and tools.
- Coordinated community events to promote parental involvement in student education.
- Led discussions on best practices for fostering student engagement and motivation.
- Assisted in evaluating program effectiveness through feedback and observation methods.
- Maintained communication with staff to ensure alignment on educational goals and initiatives.
- Created a safe environment for participants to express their opinions without fear of judgement or criticism.
- Supported learners by providing additional guidance where necessary.
- Facilitated workshops on curriculum development for diverse learning environments.
- Facilitated group discussions and activities to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs to increase participant knowledge and understanding of relevant topics.
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students utilizing wide variety of innovative teaching aids and motivational and implementation strategies.
7TH & 8TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
LA JOYA ISD
MISSION
08.2012 - 01.2020
- Organized field trips and guest speaker events to enrich science learning experiences.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching Science.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing questions that challenge traditional perspectives on science topics.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for 7th and 8th grade science curriculum.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches in science education.
- Assessed student progress through tests, projects, and classroom participation.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
BILLING AND INSURANCE
VALLEY OB/GYN
MCALLEN
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
MS - English Literature
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire12.2016
Bachelors - Biology
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, Tx05.2010
Teaching Certificate -
Texas Teachers
VirtualSkills
- Apple iOS system and applications
- Educational technology integration
- Microsoft Education
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson creation
- Data disaggregation
- Data analysis
- Professional development
- Curriculum development
- Emergent bilinguals' academic achievement
- Online teaching
- Analytical skills
- Educational leadership
- Education model development
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Goal setting
- Bilingual education
- Data-driven instruction
- Program implementation
- Student diagnosing
- Teaching methods
- Differentiated instruction
- Structured literacy
- Instructional coaching
- Curriculum design
- Teacher collaboration
- Student assessment
- Educational technology
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to change
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate
- Generalist 4-8 TEXES 111
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 TEXES 160
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Supplemental TEXES 154
- Science of Teaching Reading TEXES 293
References
- Irma Zuniga, Executive Director, Bilingual & Migrant Education Department, 956-821-3362
- Leonel Pena, Principal, J.D. Salinas MS, 956-655-8091
- Beatrice Gonzalez, CEO of TeachSmart LLC, 956-685-4312
- Jose Guajardo, Humanities Curriculum Coordinator, 956-639-8978
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Board Recognized LJSID Tech i3 District Trainer 2018-2019
Timeline
K-12 LITERACY COORDINATOR
LA JOYA ISD
07.2025 - Current
TITLE III FACILITATOR
LA JOYA ISD
01.2020 - 06.2025
7TH & 8TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
LA JOYA ISD
08.2012 - 01.2020
BILLING AND INSURANCE
VALLEY OB/GYN
08.2011 - 08.2012
MS - English Literature
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelors - Biology
University of Texas Pan American
Teaching Certificate -
Texas Teachers