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Cindy M. Carrasco

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Innovative Bilingual Teacher with an extensive understanding of [English] instructing in [EnglishLanguage] and English Knowledgeable about standardized test preparation and IEP creation. Committed to advocating for student needs and closely monitoring growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

ELL/Bilingual Teacher

John Marshall High School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed assessments to measure student progress in learning Spanish.
  • Planned and implemented lesson plans in Spanish to promote student understanding of language, culture and history.
  • Created a supportive classroom environment that encouraged students to take risks with the language.
  • Encouraged student participation through pair work and individual projects.
  • Assisted English learners with developing their English language proficiency while maintaining their native language fluency.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop integrated lessons for multiple subjects taught in Spanish.

MasterTeacher

Childrens Lighthouse 2
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2002 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and academic goals.
  • Coached teachers in best practices related to classroom management, curriculum planning, and instruction techniques.
  • Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.

PreK Paraprofessional

Kaiser Elementary
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted classroom teacher with daily instruction, curriculum development and implementation.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students requiring additional help in achieving academic goals.
  • Monitored student behavior, implemented positive reinforcement strategies, and reported any issues to the teacher or administrator as needed.
  • Facilitated small group activities designed to enhance literacy skills such as letter recognition, phonics awareness and sight word recognition.

Education

Bachelors of General Studies - Classes in General Studies And Childcare

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
05-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
05-1989

Director Credential - Early Childhood Education

Okahoma Director Credential
CECPD

Skills

  • Creative Lesson Plan Development
  • Interactive Teaching And Learning
  • Esl Instructional Programming
  • Language Learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

ELL/Bilingual Teacher

John Marshall High School
08.2023 - Current

PreK Paraprofessional

Kaiser Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2023

MasterTeacher

Childrens Lighthouse 2
01.2002 - Current

Bachelors of General Studies - Classes in General Studies And Childcare

University of Central Oklahoma

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Dodge City Community College

Director Credential - Early Childhood Education

Okahoma Director Credential
Cindy M. Carrasco