Elena Torres Breeding
Buffalo,TX
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th and 5th Grade ELAR/ Social Studies Teacher
Coolidge Independent School District
2021.07 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
1st Grade Bilingual Teacher
Waco Independent School District
2013.08 - 2021.07
- Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
- Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Administrative Specialist II
Arkansas Department of Veteran Affairs
2012.12 - 2013.07
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper handling of confidential documents and secure storage methods.
- Facilitated communication between departments, organizing meetings and distributing essential information.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Alief Independent School District
2009.09 - 2011.10
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout school day by implementing structured routines.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Education
Master of Education -
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX05.2014
Bachelors in Business Management -
University of Phoenix
Houston, TX05.2006
Associate in Arts Degree -
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI05.2004
High School Diploma -
Alief Elsik High School
Alief, TX05.1996
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Proficient in Google Classroom
- IEP understanding
- Core Curriculum and Standards
Accomplishments
I was awarded Transformational Teaching in Urban Education Award in 2020.
Professional Attributes
Devoted learner; have an insatiable appetite to gain and apply new knowledge. Effectively manage complex tasks simultaneously. High learning curve, adaptive to change, engages problems innovatively.
Certification
- Classroom Teacher
Generalist 08 20- 07 26 Grades (EC-6) - Bilingual Education Supplemental-Spanish 08 20- 07 26 Grades (EC-12)
- Legacy Master Teacher
Legacy Master Reading Teacher 07 17- Life Grades (EC-12)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
4th and 5th Grade ELAR/ Social Studies Teacher
Coolidge Independent School District
2021.07 - Current
1st Grade Bilingual Teacher
Waco Independent School District
2013.08 - 2021.07
Administrative Specialist II
Arkansas Department of Veteran Affairs
2012.12 - 2013.07
Instructional Paraprofessional
Alief Independent School District
2009.09 - 2011.10
Master of Education -
University of St. Thomas
Bachelors in Business Management -
University of Phoenix
Associate in Arts Degree -
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma -
Alief Elsik High School
- Classroom Teacher
Generalist 08 20- 07 26 Grades (EC-6) - Bilingual Education Supplemental-Spanish 08 20- 07 26 Grades (EC-12)
- Legacy Master Teacher
Legacy Master Reading Teacher 07 17- Life Grades (EC-12)
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