Open To Work
Erica Padilla
Cary,NC
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with extensive experience fostering academic and social-emotional growth in diverse learning environments. Proficient in supporting multilingual learners and collaborating with families, utilizing data-driven instruction and differentiated strategies to meet individual needs. Implemented SEL programs to cultivate a supportive and inclusive classroom culture.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Intervention Teacher
Bugg Magnet Elementary School
Raleigh, NC
05.2026 - Current
- Provide targeted small-group intervention in reading and mathematics for third-grade students performing below grade level.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to analyze student data and develop intervention plans.
- Deliver differentiated instruction based on individual student needs and assessment results.
- Support student growth through progress monitoring and evidence-based intervention strategies.
- Assist the third-grade team with academic support and end-of-grade assessment preparation.
First Grade Teacher
Reedy Creek Elementary School
Cary, NC
08.2014 - 12.2025
- Planned and delivered engaging standards-based instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
- Created an inclusive learning environment that supported the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.
- Differentiated instruction to support English Language Learners, students requiring intervention, and diverse learning styles.
- Utilized assessment data to drive instructional decisions and monitor student growth.
- Built strong partnerships with families to support student achievement and well-being.
- Implemented Second Step Social-Emotional Learning lessons to teach self-regulation, empathy, problem-solving, and relationship skills.
- Integrated The Positivity Project (P2) into daily classroom routines to promote character strengths, resilience, kindness, gratitude, and positive relationships.
- Fostered a positive classroom culture focused on belonging, growth mindset, and student success.
Team Lead
- Facilitated collaborative planning and data discussions among grade-level teachers.
- Mentored new teachers and supported instructional best practices.
- Assisted administration with school-wide initiatives and professional learning.
Before School Coordinator
- Managed daily operations and student supervision for the before-school program.
- Ensured student safety and maintained positive communication with families and staff.
After School Coordinator
- Coordinated student activities, staffing, and program logistics.
- Maintained a structured and engaging after-school environment.
Read to Achieve Lead Teacher
- Implemented targeted reading interventions, addressing specific student needs to improve literacy.
- Led summer literacy instruction, enhancing reading skills for students needing additional support.
- Collaborated with staff to track student progress, ensuring effective literacy outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Technology and Design
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
SUNY Old Westbury
05-2011
Skills
- Reading Intervention
- Math Intervention
- Progress Monitoring
- Data-driven teaching
- Small Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Science of Reading
- Classroom Management
- Language Support Techniques
- Team Leadership
- Team planning
- Social-emotional education
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Licensure And Professional Development
- North Carolina Professional Educator License – Elementary Education (Grades 1–6)
- North Carolina English as a Second Language (ESL) License
- LETRS Training (Units 1–4)
- Orton-Gillingham Training
- Letterland Training
- Science of Reading Professional Development
Leadership Experience
- Team Lead, Facilitated collaborative planning and data discussions among grade-level teachers., Mentored new teachers and supported instructional best practices., Assisted administration with school-wide initiatives and professional learning.
- Before School Coordinator, Managed daily operations and student supervision for the before-school program., Ensured student safety and maintained positive communication with families and staff.
- After School Coordinator, Coordinated student activities, staffing, and program logistics., Maintained a structured and engaging after-school environment.
- Read to Achieve Lead Teacher, Led summer literacy instruction for students requiring additional reading support., Implemented targeted reading interventions aligned with student needs., Collaborated with staff to monitor student progress and literacy outcomes.
Timeline
Third Grade Intervention Teacher
Bugg Magnet Elementary School
05.2026 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Reedy Creek Elementary School
08.2014 - 12.2025
Read to Achieve Lead Teacher
After School Coordinator
Before School Coordinator
Team Lead
Master of Science - Instructional Technology and Design
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
SUNY Old Westbury