Eva Gallardo
Houston,TX
Summary
At Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District, I enhance student engagement and academic performance by integrating hands-on science and math instruction with effective classroom management. Leveraging strong parent-teacher communication and a growth mindset, I foster collaborative learning environments, significantly contributing to student and teacher development. As an accomplished 5th grade teacher I have shown a successful classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. There is a proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. I am dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade General Education Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
12.2007 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through frequent communication, parent-teacher conferences, and involvement in school events – all contributing positively towards student growth.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through project-based learning assignments, fostering independent thought and problem-solving abilities in students.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, enhancing comprehension of subject material.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices, integrating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and collaborative projects.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress, addressing concerns and offering strategies for improvement when necessary.
- Established a positive classroom environment by promoting mutual respect and open communication among students.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Served as a mentor for student teachers and new teachers, providing guidance and support throughout their first year in the profession.
- Organized before-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, offering additional support to improve academic performance.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent enforcement of rules and expectations, resulting in a focused learning environment conducive to success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate students with varying learning needs and abilities.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Taught core subjects of math and science.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening in science.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Served on the the committee to reach out to the bilingual and esl population with a Curriculum Night in Spanish. Also served on the committee that reaches out to the male population of our school such as "Awesome Club" and helped organize and chaperone "Guys Night Out"
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Houston Downtown
Houston, TX08-2013
Associate of Arts -
Lone Star College
Houston, TX05-2013
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Instructional Strategies
- Mathematics and Science Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Reliability
- Relationship Building
Certification
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification - Texas Department of Education.
- Gifted and Talented Educator Certificate - Various Educational Institutions or Associations.
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Educator Certificate – Various STEAM Organizations.
- REMSL Rice Elementary Model Stem Lab ConocoPhilips Rice University 2017
- Applied Math Program ConocoPhilips Rice University April 2019
- REMSL Catalyst ConocoPhilips Rice University 2021
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Work Availability
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5th Grade General Education Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
12.2007 - Current
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification - Texas Department of Education.
- Gifted and Talented Educator Certificate - Various Educational Institutions or Associations.
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Educator Certificate – Various STEAM Organizations.
- REMSL Rice Elementary Model Stem Lab ConocoPhilips Rice University 2017
- Applied Math Program ConocoPhilips Rice University April 2019
- REMSL Catalyst ConocoPhilips Rice University 2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Houston Downtown
Associate of Arts -
Lone Star College
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