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Dr. Jesse S. Arrieta

Canutillo,TX

Summary

Experienced Curriculum Facilitator Specialist with over two decades of experience. Skilled in developing course plans, selecting curriculum, and overseeing program implementation. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient in analyzing student and course data to drive decision-making for future plans and materials, resulting in increased student success rates. Known for implementing innovative strategies to enhance learning and retention, while also modernizing instructional methods. Adept at blending traditional and contemporary approaches to education for optimal outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Curriculum Facilitator and Specialist

El Paso Independent Sch District
09.2023 - Current
  • Supports teachers and Campus Teaching Coaches in research-based instructional strategies. Collaborates with teachers to determine approaches that best meet students' needs. Writes secondary Social Studies curriculum and informs curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Supports CTCs on middle and high school campuses for students’ academic success. Provides campus and teacher support on curriculum implementation and best practices for increased student outcomes by collaborating, modeling, creating and delivering professional development with a focus on research-based learning theory and pedagogy. Responsible for World Geography, World History, U.S. History, and Government curriculum writing, assessment creation, data analysis, and customized campus support based on student and teacher needs.
  • AP US History Teacher 2022-2023- 100% pass rate on EOC, 59% mastery (concurrent with my appointment as CTC)
  • Developed applications and exercises to support course development.
  • Worked with internal stakeholders to perform skill gap assessments and built training content to address gaps.
  • Designed and developed exceptional technical course content and exercises for instructor presentation or self-paced learning.
  • Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.

Adjunct Faculty Professor

University of Texas at El Paso, College of Education and College of Liberal Arts
06.2005 - Current
  • College of Education: Teacher Education- developed and taught courses for the online “Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice” for Master of Arts in Education Program.
  • Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
  • College of Liberal Arts: Women’s Studies Program – developed and taught face- to- face and online courses. Participated in the overhaul of program curriculum from 2022-2025 for program accreditation success.

Campus Teaching Coach: High School Literacy

Young Women’s Steam Research and Preparatory Academy, EPISD
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Support District-wide learning and best practices. Act as campus instructional specialist to assist teachers in improving instruction in the classroom. Work with District Departments to improve academic achievement through active learning strategies. Work directly with students 40% of the time to support and improve academic achievement. Duties include In-depth knowledge of subject-specific processes, acquisitions, assessment, and instruction.
  • In-depth knowledge in working with all student populations including at-risk, emergent bilingual, special education, Gifted & Talented
  • Instructional leadership ability in working with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and the public
  • Obtain, disaggregate, and analyze data and develop strategies to target areas of need to improve academic achievement
  • Communication, organizational, presentation, curriculum writing, and implementation skills
  • In-depth knowledge of instructional best practices and formative assessment tools and processes to monitor and gauge student improvement.

Social Studies Department Chair

Maxine Silva Health Magnet High School, EPISD
08.2020 - 02.2022
  • U.S. History, Mexican American Studies, World Geography and On Ramps U.S. History. Previously taught AP U.S. History at Silva and had 100% pass rate for U.S. History EOC, 2020. Responsible for planning PLC agendas and giving Professional Development to Silva and Jefferson Social Studies Department Members. In Instructional Rounds Lead for Spring 2021. Duties Include disseminating district and campus information in an efficient and effective manner. Specializes in Advanced Academics while focusing on sharpening students' writing, research, and analytical skills.

Faculty

El Paso Community College (EPCC)
06.2016 - 01.2021
  • U.S. History 1301 and 1302 - responsibilities include teaching a survey course in United States History. This course provides different types of opportunities for undergraduate students to understand the course concepts by using technology, group work, class discussion, research, and writing. Surveys the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War/Reconstruction period. Themes that may be addressed in United States History I &II including American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government. Includes adhering to the mission and vision of EPCC.

Social Studies Teacher

Rafael Hernando Middle School, Socorro ISD
12.2018 - 07.2020
  • 8th grade U.S. History: responsibilities include planning rigorous lessons and academic instruction to help students prepare for EOC exams and high school. Students employ technology to practice writing, reading, and analytical skills. Social and emotional learning and critical thinking historical skills are practiced daily. In addition, communication skills and cooperative learning are used to help students transition to high school level study. My duties also include district and state test data analysis and district assessment curriculum planning. Communication and collaboration with parents, students, colleagues, and administration is also employed to ensure student success.
  • Dual Credit U.S. History Credentialed, Social Studies Composite Certified, Gifted and Talented Certified, and Advanced Placement Certified

Social Studies Teacher

Harmony School of Innovation, Harmony Public Schools
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • 7-12 grades- Advanced Placement Government/Economics, Advanced Placement U.S. History, & World Geography, Texas History: responsibilities include planning rigorous lessons and academic instruction to help students prepare for college credit on their AP exams.
  • Dual Credit U.S. History Credentialed, Social Studies Composite Certified, Gifted and Talented Certified, and Advanced Placement Certified, U.S History STAAR Scores 2018-89% pass, 56% Mastery

Leadership Roles

Socorro Independent School District
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Mentor teacher, Curriculum Committee (CBA & DA creation, Data Analysis), Textbook Adoption Committee, CSCOPE curriculum writer/Developer
  • El Dorado High School, Socorro High School, Mission Early College High School: Social Studies Teacher- World Geography, World History and U.S. History: responsibilities include planning rigorous lessons and academic instruction to help students prepare for their future endeavors. Students employ technology to practice writing, reading, and analytical skills in preparation for upper division coursework. In addition, communication skills and cooperative learning are used to help students transition to college level study. My duties also include district and state test data analysis and district assessment curriculum planning.
  • Social Studies Composite Certified, (EPCC) Dual Credit Certified, Gifted and Talented Certified, and Advanced Placement Certified

Program Advisor/Lecturer (Faculty)

University of Texas El Paso
07.2007 - 10.2011
  • Leadership Roles: Liaison to Philosophy department, History pre-service teaching PD lead, Probation/Suspension committee lead, Faculty advisor to undergraduate organization, Board of Director, PUENTES
  • Academic Advisor responsibilities include fostering a warm and welcoming climate for students, to provide professional academic advising services, advocacy for students, and promote responsibility, accountability, and independence for transitioning students from the K-12 to higher education setting. Advised on degree plans for current and transfer students. Served as probation/suspension committee lead. Duties include scheduling committee meetings and deciding readmission status.

Teacher

Coronado High School, EPISD
08.2005 - 08.2006
  • Social Studies Composite, U.S. History, World Geography Implemented effective and positive interaction and communication with colleagues, parents, and students. I address different learning styles and educational backgrounds by incorporating technology, engaging material, different approaches to teaching, enthusiasm, and my passion for History to encourage students to succeed.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Education

Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Administration - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Texas El Paso
El Paso, TX
08.2022

Master of Arts - History

University of California Irvine
Irvine, CA
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

University of Texas El Paso
El Paso, TX
01.2002

Skills

  • Self-Directed
  • Advanced Spanish communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Organizational skills
  • Training & Development
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organization and time management
  • Educator development
  • Educational methodologies
  • Content expertise
  • Course development experience
  • Literacy strategies

Accomplishments

Lead on district PLC manual.

  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 8 in the development and publication of a district PLC manual with best practices for efficacy.


District Curriculum Facilitator Specialist

  • Increased Social Studies district scores by 3% my first and second year in the position.


Languages

Spanish
French

Timeline

Curriculum Facilitator and Specialist

El Paso Independent Sch District
09.2023 - Current

Campus Teaching Coach: High School Literacy

Young Women’s Steam Research and Preparatory Academy, EPISD
02.2022 - 09.2022

Social Studies Department Chair

Maxine Silva Health Magnet High School, EPISD
08.2020 - 02.2022

Social Studies Teacher

Rafael Hernando Middle School, Socorro ISD
12.2018 - 07.2020

Social Studies Teacher

Harmony School of Innovation, Harmony Public Schools
08.2017 - 11.2018

Faculty

El Paso Community College (EPCC)
06.2016 - 01.2021

Leadership Roles

Socorro Independent School District
01.2012 - 01.2017

Program Advisor/Lecturer (Faculty)

University of Texas El Paso
07.2007 - 10.2011

Teacher

Coronado High School, EPISD
08.2005 - 08.2006

Adjunct Faculty Professor

University of Texas at El Paso, College of Education and College of Liberal Arts
06.2005 - Current

Master of Arts - History

University of California Irvine

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

University of Texas El Paso

Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Administration - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Texas El Paso