Eva Tristan
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Seasoned educator with a proven track record at Pflugerville ISD, adept in math and science content knowledge and fostering collaborative learning. Spearheaded a science club and mentored Texas State University educators, demonstrating exceptional peer collaboration and instructional adaptation. Achieved significant academic outcomes by integrating real-world connections and hands-on activities into teaching.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
4th-grade Math and Science Teacher and Team Lead
Pflugerville ISD
Pflugerville, USA
08.2020 - Current
- Facilitated 4th-grade math and science instruction while driving academic outcomes.
- Established a science club that aimed to inspire a love for learning beyond the classroom.
- Chaired committees, facilitated professional developments, and mentored aspiring educators at Texas State University.
- Incorporated problem solving activities into daily instruction to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Consistently contributed value to campus and community.
Mentor Teacher for Texas State Students Entering Their Field-Based Block
Windermere Elementary School
Pflugerville, USA
01.2008 - 12.2020
- Created opportunities for mentors and their mentees to engage in reflective conversations about successes and challenges experienced during the course of the year.
- Facilitated professional development for colleagues in the areas of lesson planning, assessment practices, and technology integration.
- Assisted with the implementation of school-wide initiatives such as differentiated instruction, response to intervention, and 21st century learning.
- Coached teachers in effective instructional techniques, including scaffolding activities to promote student engagement.
Pre-k and 2nd Grade Teacher
Windermere Elementary School
Pflugerville, USA
10.2008 - 05.2020
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers through cooperative learning activities.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Education
Masters - Education Administration
01.2025
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Texas State University
01.2008
Skills
- Math content knowledge
- Real-world connections
- Mathematical concepts
- Hands-on activities
- Science content knowledge
- Collaborative learning
- Parent communication
- Peer collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Instructional adaptation
Testimonials
- ..it is poetry to observe her in the classroom... her classroom management is grounded in the relationship with the children which is respectful, and community oriented ..., Joan Moreita, Former University Mentor
- ...Mrs. Tristan builds a wonderful learning environment for her students. They are engaged, learning, and having fun!, Christi Siegel, Campus Principal
- Student engagement was consistently self-directed. Mrs. Tristan utilized unique, creative and innovative strategies to make multiple connections between critical attributes of learning and students' personal lives., Alan Gagne, Campus Assistant Principal
Education and Honors
- Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Texas State University, 05/08
- TIA Master Teacher Credential, Teacher Incentive Allotment, 04/24
- Inducted and active member of Delta Kappa Gamma, 06/16
- Recipient of “PfISD Innovative Teaching” grant, Windermere Primary, 05/16
- Recipient of Farmers Insurance, “Thank America’s Teachers Grant”, Windermere Primary, 05/16
- HEB Excellence in Education Award Semi-Finalist, Windermere Primary, 05/15
- Rookie Teacher of the Year, Copperfield Elementary, 05/09
Professional Development
- Prodigy Lead Teacher, 01/25-Present
- National Inventor's Hall of Fame Campus Coordinator and Teacher, 08/23-Present
- UIL Campus Coach and Coordinator, 10/23-Present
- PfISD Science Curriculum Team, 08/23-2024
- Early Childhood Curriculum Writer, 06/16-2019
- Committee Lead for the Science, Sunshine, Wellness, and Math Team, Windermere Primary, 08/14-2019
- Mentor Teacher for Texas State students entering their Field-Based Block, 08/08-Present
- Pre-k Task Force Committee Member, 05/15-05/16
Timeline
4th-grade Math and Science Teacher and Team Lead
Pflugerville ISD
08.2020 - Current
Pre-k and 2nd Grade Teacher
Windermere Elementary School
10.2008 - 05.2020
Mentor Teacher for Texas State Students Entering Their Field-Based Block
Windermere Elementary School
01.2008 - 12.2020
Masters - Education Administration
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Texas State University
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