Diana E. Cruz Manrique
Henderson,NV
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Learner Coordinator IV
Clark County School District
Henderson, NV
01.2024 - Current
- Assists teachers, principals, program directors, and school associate superintendents (SAS's) in English language development implementation.
- Demonstrates knowledge regarding English language K-12 educational issues, mandates, and trends that affect student achievement, teacher effectiveness, and school management.
- Collaborates with leadership teams, Clark County School District departments, and local and national agencies to support region/school English language initiatives.
- Organizes and conducts English language professional learning for teachers, parents/guardians, and administrators.
- Provides teachers with assistance in instructional methodology and appropriate materials for English language programs.
- Provides direction and assistance in the development of supplementary curriculum materials for English language programs.
- Assists in facilitating English language appropriate student placements, when necessary.
- Serves as a liaison between ELLD and regions, schools, parents/guardians, and the community.
- Assists with data gathering, analysis, and interpretation.
- Assists with grant writing and program evaluation.
- Performs other duties related to the position, as assigned.
Dual Language Reading Specialist/Literacy Coach
River Woods Elementary School
Naperville, IL
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Participate and conduct professional development activities related to literacy instruction for English and Spanish learners.
- Co-teach literacy lessons with classroom teachers and form small groups for daily-targeted lessons.
- Participate in district trainings and planning to meet the needs of teachers and students for both dual and monolingual classrooms.
- Facilitate PLCs for multiple grade levels and participate in the school leadership team.
- Develop and implement instructional plans to meet the individual needs of struggling readers.
- Assess student performance levels using formative and summative assessment tools including running records, anecdotal notes, student success criteria, and state required testing.
Assistant Principal
Ann T. Lynch Elementary School
Las Vegas, NV
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Supervised a team of professionals including licensed teachers, long-term substitutes, nurse, head custodian and other support staff members.
- Conducted teacher observations and provided instructional support.
- Analyzed multiple forms of data and identified instructional goals.
- Provided and facilitated relevant professional development activities.
- Ensured implementation of the school improvement plan.
- Addressed student academic, behavioral and social concerns.
- Coached teachers on instructional practices to ensure effective implementation of district curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, parents, and administrators to develop innovative educational initiatives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student achievement in a diverse school setting.
- Managed emergency response protocols during crisis situations such as natural disasters or security threats.
Dean of Students
Ed Von Tobel Middle School
Las Vegas, NV
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Demonstrated effective classroom management techniques while teaching large classes of ESL learners.
- Researched new methodologies related to second language instruction that could be incorporated into curriculum design.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas where additional support was needed for improving English fluency.
- Consulted with colleagues regarding effective instruction strategies for fostering academic success among ESL students.
- Facilitated small group instruction for ELLs to reinforce reading comprehension strategies and literary analysis techniques.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on best practices for working with diverse populations of second language learners.
- Assisted school administrators in developing policies related to meeting the educational needs of ESL students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for English Language Learners to improve their literacy, speaking, writing and listening skills.
Adjunct Instructor
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
08.2000 - 06.2003
- Promoted higher order thinking skills through open-ended questions during lectures.
- Established a positive learning environment by encouraging active participation from all students.
- Encouraged students to think outside the box when approaching complex topics.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills, creating a course syllabus for each class and keeping accurate records of student progress.
- Utilized technology effectively to facilitate learning in the classroom, including using PowerPoint presentations, online discussion boards and other web-based tools.
Classroom Teacher/Reading Program Coordinator
Jonathan Scammon Elementary School
Chicago, IL
01.1996 - 01.2003
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Organized and used a variety of teaching techniques, maximizing individual and group learning.
- Participated in professional development sessions to stay abreast of best practices in education.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated educational standards and differentiated instruction for students with diverse needs.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities.
- Evaluated student academic growth, recording and preparing progress reports for parents or guardians.
Timeline
English Language Learner Coordinator IV
Clark County School District
01.2024 - Current
Dual Language Reading Specialist/Literacy Coach
River Woods Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2024
Assistant Principal
Ann T. Lynch Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2013
Dean of Students
Ed Von Tobel Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2006
Adjunct Instructor
Chicago State University
08.2000 - 06.2003
Classroom Teacher/Reading Program Coordinator
Jonathan Scammon Elementary School
01.1996 - 01.2003