Diana Rojas
Granbury,TX
Summary
Accomplished ESL Paraprofessional at Granbury ISD with expertise in academic progress monitoring and behavior management. Achieved a 79.3% success rate in advancing EB students' proficiency. Proficient in IEP development and fostering student engagement through innovative strategies. Recognized for strong communication skills and dedication to student success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Paraprofessional
Granbury High School
Granbury, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Supported individual student learning through tailored instructional materials and resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance curriculum and engagement strategies for ESL students.
- Assisted in the assessment of student progress and identification of language proficiency levels.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce language skills and promote peer interaction.
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
Equine Transporter
Cedar INC
Phoenix, AZ
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of horses transportation to enable tracking history and report to management.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local road and traffic conditions to navigate best routes and manage equine safety.
Pizzeria Manager
Detroit Style Pizza
Fresno, CA
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Education
M.D. - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Cherkasy National Pedagogical University
Ukraine 🇺🇦06.2008
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Teaching English As A Second Language
Gorlovka Pedagogical Institute of Foreign Language
Gorlovka, Ukraine 🇺🇦06.2006
Skills
- Student Records Management
- IEP Understanding
- Video Conferencing
- Safety Awareness
- Middle School Education
- Special Education
- Behavior Management
- Student Tutoring
- Ability to Be Flexible
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Certified Texas Educator, TEA-11/05/2025-11/05/2027
ESL Certified, Number: WTA22286266 - 13/05/2024 120 Hour TESOL/TEFL
Timeline
ESL Paraprofessional
Granbury High School
10.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
08.2023 - 10.2025
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
02.2022 - 02.2023
Equine Transporter
Cedar INC
08.2020 - 05.2022
Pizzeria Manager
Detroit Style Pizza
05.2020 - 07.2020
M.D. - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Cherkasy National Pedagogical University
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Teaching English As A Second Language
Gorlovka Pedagogical Institute of Foreign Language