ELSA FLORES
Long Beach,CA
Summary
I am an educator/teacher with over 20 years of experience in preparing children to confidently navigate the modern world. I am a creative and flexible teacher who focuses on adapting curriculum and methods to meet students' needs, whether through online or in-person instruction. I am passionate about teaching English to students of any native language and any starting level of proficiency. I am dedicated to partnering with parents and ensuring the success of students, providing feedback on individual progress and addressing specific needs. As an English Learner Coordinator/Teacher, I am an expert in effective strategies for English learners and successful in developing robust education and training programs. I am prepared to bring extensive background to an organization that offers opportunities for advancement. I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges, possessing a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Learner Teacher (Coordinator)/Teacher
Brightstar Schools
08.2021 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with other instructors to share best practices for optimized student learning
- Worked with English language learners in small groups to develop fluency
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs
- Performed skill evaluations to discover areas of interest and competencies in students
- Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role-play assignments
- Created interesting and age-appropriate reading lists to expand English vocabulary and comprehension skills
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule
- Educated, tutored, and mentored students to correct academic problems and prompt personal adjustments
- Made difficult language rules digestible to students
- Tested, evaluated, and counseled students regarding academic performance and goals
- Initiated new learning methods to achieve total student comprehension and curb learning time
- Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings
- Delivered performance results to Dean of students each month
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Customized instructional plans to meet individual student skill levels and learning styles
- Taught lessons encompassing a range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading, and listening
- Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive
- Built relationships with students of diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds
- Instructed students in literature and creative writing to improve comprehension
- Developed and implemented ELPAC Training for staff members
- Created and implemented ELPAC Testing Schedule for students grades 5-8th
- Reclassified Fluent English Proficient students from English Learners to Fluent Proficient
- Monitored students during their time at Stella Middle Charter Academy
- Conducted ELAC Meeting (English Learner Advisory Committee) with parents/guardians in Spanish
- Conducted Small Group Instruction (Tier 3) for intensive English Learners utilizing iReady Program
- Taught 5th through 8th Grade English Learners (Newcomers, EL's 1-2) Push In Program (5th through 8th grade)
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Physical Education Teacher
Brightstar Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
- Monitored student physical fitness with standardized assessments and devised appropriate individual goals
- Adhered to applicable fitness program standards and benchmarks
- Documented individual data and updated classroom records
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized assessments
- Devised safe and effective exercise strategies based on knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and biology
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs
- Participated in on-campus activities to support students outside of classroom
- Created and used rubrics to assess student learning
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work
Literacy Outcomes Specialist
Learning Ovations
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading
- Screened students to determine specific reading levels and determine areas in need of improvement
- Created educational materials according to lesson plans and school programs
- Provided innovative reading resources for students
- Gave engaging lectures and presentations to promote student learning and content retention
- Supported Teachers at various school sites and districts in A2i, a software program that supported teachers in helping them organized their students into small groups for successful small group instruction
- Assisted teachers in differentiated materials for small group instruction
Elementary School Teacher
Rialto Unified School District
08.1999 - 06.2018
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for grade level
- Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment
- Taught accelerated literary programs to elementary school students by guiding heterogeneous small group instruction
- Inspired students to want to read by taking to library and helping to choose books
- Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools
- Instructed after school language arts remedial class
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals
- Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges
- Embraced and actively promoted inclusive and equitable learning environment
- Designed and facilitated differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities to engage students
- Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements
- Deployed assessment data to drive instruction and student mastery of standards
- Uphold values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff
- Taught Transitional Kindergarten (2 Years)
- Taught Kindergarten (7 years)
- Taught 1st Grade (1 year)
- Taught Middle School ELA (1 year)
- Language Development Strategist (1 year)
- Instructional Strategist (2 years)
- Taught 5th Grade (1 year)
Instructional Assistant
Rialto Unified School District
08.1992 - 07.1999
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers
- Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking
- Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments
- Explained class procedures, lab policies and important dates
- Graded exams, assignments and essays and recorded grades
- Proctored examinations and monitored for cheating
- Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation
Education
Educational Leadership - Academic Language And the Long Term English Learner
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2012
Liberal Studies -
California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06.1999
Skills
- Creative Learning Strategies
- Instructional Theories Knowledge
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Personalized Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Individual Instruction
- Test Preparation
- Reporting Requirements
- Academic Assessment Methods
- Lesson Planning
- Unit Planning
- Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Proficient at Developing Rapport
- EL Authorized with state of California
- Instructional Practices
- CRT Trained (culturally Responsive Teaching)
- Restorative Practices trained
- Differentiated Instruction for EL Students
- Small Group Instruction
- Kahoot Proficient
- Google Classroom Proficient
- Flipgrid Proficient
- Thinking Maps Proficient
- TPR (Total Physical Response)
- Professional Learning Communities
- ELPAC Training and Implementation for staff and students
- Professional Development Training
- Kate Kinsella Academic Vocabulary
- IReady
- Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures Trained
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students
- Growth Mindset
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Technology Integration
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- FLUENT In Spanish
- Community involvement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Elementary Education
- Faculty Collaboration
- Subject matter expertise
- Literacy development
- Serving Diverse Communities
- California Teacher Credential
- Administrative Crendential
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive Reinforcement
Certification
- California Commission Teaching Credential. Multisubject (K through 6th)
- English Learner Authorization (to teach EL Students)
- California Commission Adminstration Credential
- English Subject Matter Credential (7th-9th grade)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
English Learner Teacher (Coordinator)/Teacher
Brightstar Schools
08.2021 - 09.2024
Physical Education Teacher
Brightstar Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Literacy Outcomes Specialist
Learning Ovations
07.2018 - 06.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Rialto Unified School District
08.1999 - 06.2018
Instructional Assistant
Rialto Unified School District
08.1992 - 07.1999
- California Commission Teaching Credential. Multisubject (K through 6th)
- English Learner Authorization (to teach EL Students)
- California Commission Adminstration Credential
- English Subject Matter Credential (7th-9th grade)
Educational Leadership - Academic Language And the Long Term English Learner
Concordia University Irvine
Liberal Studies -
California State University San Bernardino
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