Darelia Velazquez Rivera
Katy,TX
Summary
Certified Professional Educator with 15+ years of experience in education, specializing in bilingual instruction and inclusive classroom environments.Proven track record in developing student-centered curriculum and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse learners. Experienced in fostering collaboration among educational teams and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Committed to promoting social-emotional development and academic success in all students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Hairgrove Elementary CFISD
Houston, Texas
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging bilingual lesson plans for diverse classroom environments.
- Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and identify needs.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher
Bastian Elementary HISD
Houston, Texas
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to enhance language acquisition.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance interactive learning experiences.
Head Start Teacher
Gulf Coast Community Services
Houston, Texas
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Developed lesson plans to promote early childhood development and learning.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
College Professor
Salesiana University
Quito, Quito, Ecuador
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Developed course curricula for undergraduate and graduate programs in psychology.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and student participation.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback on progress.
Student Counselor
Rockefeller School
Quito, Quito, Ecuador
03.2014 - 12.2014
- Provided individualized counseling to students addressing academic and personal challenges.
- Developed and facilitated workshops on mental health and emotional well-being.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and support strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oriente
Santiago De Cuba-Cuba07-2006
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Language Proficiency
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Language acquisition
Certification
- Teacher Certification EC-6. October 2017 - November 2030
- Bilingual Education Supplemental - Spanish. October 2018 - November 2030
- English as a Second Language Supplemental. October 2017 - November 2030
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Hairgrove Elementary CFISD
08.2020 - 05.2025
Pre-K Bilingual Teacher
Bastian Elementary HISD
08.2016 - 05.2020
Head Start Teacher
Gulf Coast Community Services
08.2015 - 05.2016
College Professor
Salesiana University
07.2014 - 12.2014
Student Counselor
Rockefeller School
03.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oriente