Diana Orpinel
El Paso,TX
Summary
Certified educator with over 10 years of classroom teaching experience and 13+ years in education, including prior experience as a tutor and substitute teacher. Licensed in all core content areas and ESL/Bilingual certified. Experienced in teaching 4th Grade Reading, 6th & 7th Grade ELAR, and 7th & 8th Grade Social Studies, serving LEP, Dual Language, and Gifted & Talented populations. Skilled in curriculum writing and translation to support multilingual learners and ensure equitable access to instruction. Proven teacher-leader as National Junior Honor Society Sponsor with strong leadership, organizational and mentoring abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Wiggs Middle School
08.2016 - Current
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Provided differentiated instruction for LEP, dual language and Gifted and Talented students.
- Maintained strong classroom managements systems promoting academic achievement and positive student behavior.
- Collaborated with grade-level and departmental teams to strengthen instructional practice.
- Lead and managed NJHS chapter, overseeing student selection, meetings and service initiatives.
- Organized and supervised community service projects promoting scholarship, leadership, and character development.
- Mentored student leaders and fostered a culture of academic excellence and civic responsibilities.
Elementary School Teacher
North Star Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught 4th grade reading with a 93% success rate at the end of the year, STAAR test.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students
- Implement classroom management strategies that promote academic achievement and positive behavior.
- Assess student performance through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback to support growth.
Tutor/ Substitute Teacher
Wiggs Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Translated curriculum for small target tutoring groups.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, Tx12-2008
Skills
- Tx teaching credential
- Technology integration
- Creative lesson planning
- Data analysis
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Data-driven instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Writing and Translation - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses.
- Designed translated instructional resources to increase accessibility and comprehension for ESL and Dual Language students.
- Developed bilingual assessments and instructional supports to improve student engagement and achievement.
- Reviewed and revised translated materials for clarity, alignment, and instructional effectiveness.
Certification
- Bilingual and ESL certified
- GT certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Wiggs Middle School
08.2016 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
North Star Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2016
Tutor/ Substitute Teacher
Wiggs Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso