Christina Valenzuela
El Paso
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Colonel Ben Narbuth Elementary
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Bilingual Prekinder Teacher
Loma Verde Elementary
02.2020 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Myrtle Cooper Elementary
07.2015 - 12.2018
- Created and adapted lesson plans according to students’ academic needs, this included individual and group work
- Utilized a variety of instructional techniques with an emphasis on incorporating technology such as interactive flip charts on the Whiteboard
- Analyzed data and created small groups to provide assistance where needed
- Communicated frequently with parents to discuss student performance and behavior
- Kept students on task with positive reinforcement strategies (PBS)
Bilingual 1st Grade Teacher
Mission Ridge Elementary
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Went above and beyond to overcome obstacles related to working with a community that was challenged with many social and economic challenges
- 95% of students in my class learned to read
- Created and implemented lesson plans for all subjects for grades kinder and first
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Vista Del Sol Elementary
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Planned and taught lessons in all subject areas for a class of 22 students
- Learned and creatively applied various classroom management techniques such as “100%”
- Helped students with dyslexia by teaching them with techniques I learned from the “Wilson’s Reading Program”
Instructional Aide
Escontrias Early Childhood Center
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Learned and practiced key teaching essentials by assisting teachers in the classroom with: conducting classroom instruction, lunch intervention and after-school tutoring.
- Successfully conducted an Interactive White Board Training
- Administered testing such as: TEEG, SELP exams and Benchmark
- Spearheaded the role of LPAC coordinator assistant
- Coordinated an impactful letter-writing event for soldiers in the National Guard (featured on KFOX News)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
Colonel Ben Narbuth Elementary
El Paso Tx05-2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
Accomplishments
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Colonel Ben Narbuth Elementary
07.2023 - Current
Bilingual Prekinder Teacher
Loma Verde Elementary
02.2020 - 07.2025
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Myrtle Cooper Elementary
07.2015 - 12.2018
Bilingual 1st Grade Teacher
Mission Ridge Elementary
07.2014 - 06.2015
Bilingual Kinder Teacher
Vista Del Sol Elementary
07.2011 - 06.2014
Instructional Aide
Escontrias Early Childhood Center
07.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
Colonel Ben Narbuth Elementary
Training
SIOP, Tyler, TRS (Teks Resource System), Nearpod, Istation, Lexia, Balanced Literacy (Daily 5), Promethean Interactive White Board, Eduphoria, Edmodo, PBIS, Skyward, Clever, HMH Ed, Stemscope, Istation, CLI Engage.
Similar Profiles
Inci ChairezInci Chairez
Instructional Aide at Col. Ben Narbuth ElementaryInstructional Aide at Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary
Claudia CortezClaudia Cortez
2nd Grade Teacher at Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary School2nd Grade Teacher at Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary School
Inci ChairezInci Chairez
Instructional Aide Pre-K at Col. Ben Narbuth ElementaryInstructional Aide Pre-K at Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary
Abigail BarcenasAbigail Barcenas
Billing and Coding Associate at Quick Claimers Medical Billing and CredentialingBilling and Coding Associate at Quick Claimers Medical Billing and Credentialing
Jesus CarrilloJesus Carrillo
Assistant Manager at First Convenience Bank of TexasAssistant Manager at First Convenience Bank of Texas