Elena Mayorga
Bridgeport
Summary
Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, coordinating district curriculum projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals and vision. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Skilled coach with a passion for helping teachers and students reach academic goals, creating engaging learning experiences, and modifying in the moment based on student needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Milford Public Schools - Orchard Hills School
08.2020 - Current
- Developed curriculum and assessments to be used district-wide in the support of the Milford model for high quality instruction.
- Co-wrote and implemented math lesson structure for the district as well as co-wrote and implemented math routines used district-wide.
- Co-planned and facilitated district-wide HQI Live! summer professional learning experience.
- Worked closely with groups of teachers as well as individuals to support the development of their content knowledge, pedagogy and implementation of instruction.
- Attended and facilitated professional learning on Coaching Strategies, Building Thinking Classrooms, Developing Math Fluency, Formative Assessment and Maintaining Cognitive Demand and Flow.
Spanish Dual Language Bilingual Teacher/LTSS
Bridgeport Public Schools - Multicultural Magnet, Cesar Batalla, Barnum
08.1998 - 06.2020
- Designed curriculum using Sheltered English Strategies to improve English fluency and meet grade-level standards. Administered assessments, provided interventions, and collaborated with service providers for special needs students.
- Coordinated ELL testing, managed the school’s materials budget, and organized school-wide events.
- Monitored student progress in both Tier 1 academic growth and English language development.
- .Used formative assessment strategies to continuously monitor student learning and modify lessons and curriculum in the moment.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in professional learning in and outside of district.
Numeracy Coach
Bridgeport Public Schools - West Side Bridgeport, CT
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided instructional support across seven K-2 schools by modeling, co-teaching, and collaboratively planning math lessons.
- Lead embedded and district-level professional development, mentored new teachers, and supported curriculum and assessment development.
- Coordinated district-wide math initiatives, including Greg Tang workshops, and reported progress on Lone Pine Foundation grant outcomes.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support the implementation of the math curriculum.
Adjunct Professor
Fairfield University - Fairfield, CT
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Served on the Advisory Board of the School of Education.
- Created and implemented syllabus for Mathematics Methods course for students ranging between 3rd year and graduate level to accomplish all goals of this one semester course: strengthen students' content knowledge, supported the development of best practices in pedagogy and instructional strategies, and prepared students for the CT Praxis subject area test.
- Designed fieldwork opportunities and balanced math instruction with pedagogy.
Numeracy Coach
Bridgeport Public Schools - Garfield and Cesar Batalla Schools, Bridgeport, CT
10.2003 - 06.2012
- Provided instructional leadership and coaching in math for K-8, aligned with CT standards and Bridgeport curriculum.
- Planned and delivered professional development, supported new teachers, and contributed to curriculum, assessment, and SRBI development.
- Collaborated on school planning, data analysis, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Coordinated standardized testing and participated in school and district leadership teams, including recruitment efforts and committee work.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Studies, 6th Year Degree - Educational Administration
Sacred Heart University
01.2009
Master of Science in Teaching - Bilingual Education
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Hispanic Studies
Boston College
Chestnut Hill05-1998
Skills
- Fluent and literate in Spanish
- Experience leading school and district work
- Experience coaching, writing curriculum, planning and presenting workshops
- Experience teaching and working with diverse populations
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Experience with problem and task based instruction
- Content expertise in math and learning progressions based on current research
Certification
- CT 092 Administrator
- CT 305 Elementary Gr. 1-6
- CT 902 Elementary Bilingual Spanish
- CT 229 Middle School Mathematics (Pending)
Affiliations
- Connecticut Council of Leaders of Math - NCTM/NCSM Liaison, Board Member
- Associated Teachers of Mathematics in Connecticut
- National Council of Teachers of Math
- National Council of Supervisors of Math
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Milford Public Schools - Orchard Hills School
08.2020 - Current
Numeracy Coach
Bridgeport Public Schools - West Side Bridgeport, CT
08.2016 - 06.2017
Adjunct Professor
Fairfield University - Fairfield, CT
09.2012 - 05.2013
Numeracy Coach
Bridgeport Public Schools - Garfield and Cesar Batalla Schools, Bridgeport, CT
10.2003 - 06.2012
Spanish Dual Language Bilingual Teacher/LTSS
Bridgeport Public Schools - Multicultural Magnet, Cesar Batalla, Barnum
08.1998 - 06.2020
Certificate of Advanced Studies, 6th Year Degree - Educational Administration
Sacred Heart University
Master of Science in Teaching - Bilingual Education
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Hispanic Studies
Boston College
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