Esther Pabon
Davie,Florida
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Fox Trail Elementary, adept in fostering academic growth and emotional well-being in diverse classroom settings. Excels in reading instruction to English learners as well as learners of English as a second language, data-driven decision-making, significantly enhancing student engagement and performance. Proven leader in team collaboration and effective communication, committed to fostering positive and collaborative environment with colleagues.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2004 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Provided reading, math, language enrichment and science instruction during Saturday Camps and afterschool enrichment camps.
Reading Interventionist
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided targeted research-based reading instruction in differentiated small groups with the goal of closing learning gaps, to either fade support back to tier one instruction, or to identify further needed support due to disabilities.
- Use effective strategies that are aligned with standards to assist students in the lowest quartile. ·
- Identify materials that are aligned to standards that will enable students to demonstrate learning gains.
- Worked collaboratively with the RtI Problem Solving Team by providing closely monitored student progress by collecting and interpreting data.
- Assist general education teachers with identification of students that should receive Tier 2 and Tier 3 instruction in the classroom, participated in parent/teacher conferences to communicate RtI process and/or student's progress throughout the process.
Cadre Train the Trainer Yearlong Coaching
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Participated in trainer model conducted by Western Zone Cadre to provide modeling to colleagues at the school level either through staff meetings or one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the school.
- Coached teachers on best practices, and resources to improve professional growth.
- Collaborated with district members in the cadre to evaluate the effectiveness of the trainings, its implementation, and improvements.
First Grade Teacher
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2004 - 07.2008
First Grade Team Leader
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Set performance expectations for a team of 11 first teachers, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
First Grade Teacher
Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2004
Second Teacher and 4/5 Split Class Teacher
Cambridge Academy
08.1998 - 06.2003
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLAssociate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FLTranslation/Interpretation Certification -
Miami-Dade College
Miami, FLSkills
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- Team Player
- Task Oriented
- Data Driven
- Communication
- Problem-Solver
Certification
- Reading Endorsed
- ESOL Endorsed
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
Cadre Train the Trainer Yearlong Coaching
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
First Grade Team Leader
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2008
Teacher
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2004 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Fox Trail Elementary
08.2004 - 07.2008
First Grade Teacher
Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2004
Second Teacher and 4/5 Split Class Teacher
Cambridge Academy
08.1998 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward College
Translation/Interpretation Certification -
Miami-Dade College
- Reading Endorsed
- ESOL Endorsed
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