Constantina Espinosa
St. Augustine,FL
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering almost 20 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School ELA Teacher
Switzerland Point Middle School
08.2018 - Current
- Enhance reading comprehension by implementing diverse literature selections and engaging activities.
- Increase writing proficiency through targeted feedback and individualized instruction.
- Foster a positive classroom environment with clear expectations and consistent routines.
- Utilize data-driven strategies to differentiate instruction for diverse learners, improving overall student achievement.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected ELA concepts to other subjects.
- Implement project-based learning experiences to promote critical thinking skills and real-world applications of course content.
- Serve as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and sharing resources for instructional success.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
High School English Teacher
PERSPECTIVES HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, AUSTIN BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Collaborated weekly with school administration and English department to develop and implement a unique and differentiated English curriculum for grades 9-12 utilizing College Readiness Standards (CRS) and Common Core Standards (CCS).
Paraprofessional
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Substitute Teacher
TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 113
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Executed classroom teacher's lesson plans and upheld school's rules and codes of conduct.
Skills Enhancement Advisor
LINCOLN COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Assessed adult learners' basic knowledge in math, reading, and English and customized a plan to remediate basic skills deficiencies and pass the school's entrance exam.
Student Teacher
GEORGE B. ARMSTRONG SCHOOL
01.2005
- Handled lesson planning, learning environment, and classroom instruction in conjunction with regular education teachers.
Paraprofessional
NORTHBROOK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Sales Account Manager
CDW CORPORATION
01.2004 - 01.2001
- Maintained and grew a sales territory across the United States with annual sales totals reaching $3 million annually.
Sale Account Manager
DIRECT SUPPLY, INC
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Maintained and grew a sales territory across the United States with annual sales totals reaching $1.5 million annually.
Education
M.A.T. Secondary Education -
National Louis University
01.2006
B.A. Writing Intensive English -
Marquette University
01.1998
Skills
- Proficient with multiple forms of technology applications including SMART board, Microsoft Office applications, Google Drive, Google Classroom, Edmodo, Study Island, and IXL Extensive experience in backward design and creating unique curricula and assessments Excellent interpersonal and oral language communication skills Completed training in CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Program First Aid, CPR, and AED certified
- Teaching Strategies
- Individualized Learning
- Grammar Instruction
Accomplishments
Mentored new teachers and alternative certification teachers as a certified CET Mentor.
Was awarded Switzerland Point Middle School Teacher of the Year award in 2018.
Highly Effective teacher status for 3 straight years in Florida.
eSchool Plus trainer
Schoology trainer
Certification
- 2017 FLDOE #1333084 Statement of Eligibility for English (Grades 6-12), 02/06/2020
- 2005 Illinois Teaching Certificate #2199950, Type 09, Middle School English and Language Arts Endorsements IEIN 734352, Highly Qualified Status
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Middle School ELA Teacher
Switzerland Point Middle School
08.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
02.2016 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 113
01.2013 - 01.2014
High School English Teacher
PERSPECTIVES HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY, AUSTIN BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY
01.2007 - 01.2013
Skills Enhancement Advisor
LINCOLN COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2006 - 01.2007
Student Teacher
GEORGE B. ARMSTRONG SCHOOL
01.2005
Paraprofessional
NORTHBROOK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004 - 01.2006
Sales Account Manager
CDW CORPORATION
01.2004 - 01.2001
Sale Account Manager
DIRECT SUPPLY, INC
01.1999 - 01.2001
M.A.T. Secondary Education -
National Louis University
B.A. Writing Intensive English -
Marquette University
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