Esther Tirado
teacher
Ketchikan,AK
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Care Worker
Residential Youth Center
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted intake interviews with new clients to assess their needs effectively and develop appropriate care plans accordingly.
- Utilized behavior management strategies consistently, creating an orderly environment conducive to personal growth for all residents.
- Improved residents'' well-being by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Maintained a safe residential space through regular inspections, risk assessments, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced communication among staff and residents through regular meetings and feedback sessions.
Advisor in Education Area
Senate Of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Represented the organization by actively participating in networking events and speaking engagements at conferences within the community
- Created funding proposals for private foundations as well as government entities
- Cultivated relationships with affluent individuals, leading to significant donations for targeted projects' success
- Offering assistance to address various social concerns in the community
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school
- Implemented legislation to enhance educational opportunities for students, including those with exceptional learning needs
- Tracks legislation and other developments in his or her assigned issue areas and briefs the Member for floor work, committee work, work in the district, and outside House-related activities
- Stayed updated on changes in laws and regulations
- Monitors legislation on the House floor, providing the Member with information on each vote
- Coordinated conventions and fairs for the community.
Middle School Principal
Department Of Education
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Interpreted data analysis reports to assess progress towards meeting district goals
- Provided leadership to faculty and staff in order to ensure successful academic programming
- Resolved conflicts between students or faculty members in a timely manner
- Supervised all aspects of daily operations including budgeting, scheduling, personnel management
- Reviewed student transcripts and prepared individualized educational plans
- Implemented strategies designed to increase parent involvement in their children's education
- Participated in the hiring process by interviewing potential candidates
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers
- Created and maintained positive relationships with parents and community members
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to ensure quality instruction
- Organized school events such as assemblies, field trips, parent nights
- Disseminated important updates from the district office to faculty members
- Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
Assistant Director of Education
Department Of Education
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Efficiently accomplished service goals by prioritizing and organizing tasks
- Created and managed budgets for diverse educational programs, events, and activities
- Worked collaboratively with staff to maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- Implemented evaluation methods to measure students' advancement in accordance with program goals
- Collaborated with community organizations to increase access to resources for students
- Organized professional development workshops for educators on best practices in teaching techniques
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, administrators, and other educated professionals
- Monitored school attendance rates and identified strategies to improve attendance levels
- Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services
- Successfully compiled and presented budget requests for program funding from various sources.
English Teacher
Department Of Education
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.1984 - 01.2008
- Designed and produced teaching resources for effective delivery of lessons on English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills
- Led interactive sessions for small groups discussing diverse subjects within English literature and language arts
- Incorporated multimedia resources, including videos and podcasts, during class sessions
- Developed and implemented an English curriculum to meet the needs of students
- Implemented an effective Federal proposal for Title 4 approval, leading to the integration of English courses and ten computers in three classrooms through partnership with Pearson
- Counseled students regarding their academic performance in English classes
- Organized extracurricular activities, such as poetry writing competitions and debates related to the study of English literature
- Served as the President of the school Organization involved in fundraising and other activities.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Education
University of Puerto Rico
01.1988
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Presentations and public speaking
- Academic Counseling
- Student Development
- Research abilities
- Client Engagement
- Data Interpretation
- Relationship Building
- Group facilitation
- Class Schedule Preparation
- Records Maintenance
- School Programs Development
- Conflict Mediation
- Student Records Management
- Organizational Skills
- Policy and procedure improvements
Timeline
Residential Youth Care Worker
Residential Youth Center
07.2024 - Current
Advisor in Education Area
Senate Of Puerto Rico
08.2018 - 12.2022
Middle School Principal
Department Of Education
01.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Director of Education
Department Of Education
01.2009 - 01.2012
English Teacher
Department Of Education
01.1984 - 01.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Education
University of Puerto Rico
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