Donna Gonzalez

Work History

Harlandale Independent School District, Wright Elementary

San Antonio, Texas

05.2023 - Current

Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.

Harlandale Independent School District, T.W.M.S.

San Antonio, TX

06.2022 - 05.2023

Worked with educators to outline intervention plans, establish goals and develop progress benchmarks.
Directed emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Observed students in diverse settings to gauge behaviors.
Utilized techniques such as behavior modeling and role-playing to improve interactions between students.
Completed professional development courses, attended industry conferences and read current publications to maintain knowledge of updates to field.
Completed continuous assessments and documented updates to care to maintain current records.
Implemented behavioral plans designed by IEP teams for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to help meet special education students needs.
Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.

Harlandale ISD, Schulze Elementary

San Antonio, TX

08.2016 - 05.2022

Generalist for 2nd and 4th all content, also a few years in 2nd and 4th as Departmentalized Math
Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for grade level.
Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
Deployed assessment data to drive instruction and student mastery of standards.
Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics.
Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.

Harlandale ISD, Schulze Elementary

San Antonio, TX

06.2009 - 06.2016

Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.

Harlandale ISD, Rayburn Elementary

San Antonio, TX

08.2007 - 06.2009

Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.