Estrella Ohana
Austin
Summary
Bilingual professional with over 10 years of experience in education, instructional coaching, and teacher development. With a background in psychology and early childhood education, I specialize in training, mentoring, and designing tools to assess and strengthen professional performance. Passionate about helping individuals reach their potential, I bring strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills ideal for roles in Human Resources, staff development, and professional training. Looking to transition my expertise into a people-centered, growth-driven environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Trainer / Instructional Coach
INIC Preschool – Austin & Round Rock, TX
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Led professional development aligned with staff needs and organizational goals.
- Created competency-based assessment tools to evaluate teacher growth.
- Delivered 1:1 coaching and training sessions to improve instructional practices.
- Facilitated onboarding for new staff with structured training and follow-up support.
- Implemented a school-wide social-emotional learning program.
- Designed tools to track progress and align goals with outcomes.
Freelancer
Private Tutor & Learning Coach (English, Math & Literacy)
08.2017 - 06.2023
- Designed and delivered personalized learning plans based on student assessment.
- Communicated progress and development strategies to parents and caregivers.
- Used engaging, differentiated instruction to maximize learning outcomes.
Early Childhood Educator / PYP Curriculum Designer
Atid School
08.2015 - 06.2023
- Developed inquiry-based projects and assessments aligned with IB PYP framework.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse developmental and academic needs.
- Mentored new teachers and collaborated with leadership on pedagogical strategies.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Early Childhood Education
Buckingham University / The Anglo Institute
CDMX, Mexico04-2021
Psychology
Universidad Iberoamericana
CDMX, Mexico12-2013
Skills
- Staff Development & Coaching
- Talent Development & Onboarding
- Curriculum & Training Design
- Adult Learning Principles
- Professional Development Workshops
- Performance Evaluation Tools
- Observation & Feedback
- Project Coordination
- Differentiation & Inclusive Practices
- Communication & Public Speaking
- Bilingual Facilitation (English/Spanish)
- Educational Program Development
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented a competency-based evaluation tool for early childhood educators, allowing for consistent, personalized coaching and measurable growth outcomes.
- Led professional development workshops for teaching staff, focused on classroom management, curriculum planning, and inclusive practices—resulting in noticeable improvements in teacher performance and student engagement.
- Developed onboarding and training systems for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with school philosophy and expectations.
- Served as an instructional coach, supporting over 20 teachers through one-on-one mentoring, classroom observations, and tailored feedback cycles.
Certification
- Certified Trainer, Texas Trainer Registry (TECPDS) – Trainer ID: 145976
- Apple Teacher Certified – April 2017
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher Trainer / Instructional Coach
INIC Preschool – Austin & Round Rock, TX
09.2023 - 07.2025
Freelancer
Private Tutor & Learning Coach (English, Math & Literacy)
08.2017 - 06.2023
Early Childhood Educator / PYP Curriculum Designer
Atid School
08.2015 - 06.2023
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Early Childhood Education
Buckingham University / The Anglo Institute
Psychology
Universidad Iberoamericana
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