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Diana Bordonaba

Spring Hill,FL

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated educator with ESOL certification, experienced at Hernando County School District. Expert in differentiated instruction and collaborative teamwork, fostering academic and emotional growth. Successfully implemented engaging lesson plans and organized enriching extracurricular activities, enhancing student motivation and participation. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Hernando County School District
08.2003 - Current
    • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
    • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
    • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
    • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
    • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
    • Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
    • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
    • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
    • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
    • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
    • Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
    • Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
    • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
    • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
    • Established a safe learning environment by enforcing rules consistently while maintaining a caring atmosphere where students felt comfortable participating in class activities.
    • Presented information in Spanish to establish open and available lines of communication with all parties involved in learning.

ESOL Elementary School Teacher

Brentwood Union Free School District
01.2002 - 06.2003
  • Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students understanding of various subjects.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education ESOL

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
05-1998

Bachelor of Science - American History

Fordham University
Bronx, NY
05-1987

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Classroom management
  • Understanding and implementation of Standardized Instruction in ELA, Math and Science in grades 4-5
  • Bilingual speaker

Accomplishments

    Have completed LETRS training

    Reading Endorsement 2024

    ESOL certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Hernando County School District
08.2003 - Current

ESOL Elementary School Teacher

Brentwood Union Free School District
01.2002 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Elementary Education ESOL

Adelphi University

Bachelor of Science - American History

Fordham University