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Estela Grill

El Paso

Summary


As a retired teacher or 25 years, I want to continue my craft and passion for teaching. With a proven track record at Socorro ISD, I would like the opportunity to continue to support teachers and students. Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilize effective teaching strategies to maintain a conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Socorro ISD
01.2003 - 06.2025
  • Followed SISD's code of ethics and Standard Practices. Safety and the well being of all the students on campus was priority.
  • I developed a good rapport with my students that enabled them to communicate effectively, fostering a supportive learning environment. Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication. My professional demeanor and ethics were consistent with staff and parents. I worked closely with my team to achieve student, school, and district goals.
  • I provided ample opportunities that enabled students to establish high academic and social emotional rituals, routines and expectations for themselves. Through classroom engagement and the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends. I also led professional development workshops for peers in reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • I participated in after school and intersession tutoring. I also coached UIL teams. Involved in extracurricular activities such as campus coordinator for the SISD Art Show. Worked in after school events like Reading Nights, Read Across America, Math/Science Nights, Harvest and Farmer’s Market events.

Education

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Elementary Education/Specialization in Reading 1-8

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Learning strategies
  • Social-emotional learning training

Timeline

Teacher

Socorro ISD
01.2003 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Elementary Education/Specialization in Reading 1-8

The University of Texas At El Paso