Frances Rojas
444 N. Rio Vista, El Paso,Texas
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Socorro ISD, specializing in differentiated instruction and technology integration. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and critical thinking through innovative lesson planning. Committed to fostering collaborative learning environments and mentoring peers to elevate instructional practices. Passionate about curriculum development and student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Eastlake Middle School
El Paso, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Plan and implement integrated Social Studies lessons to meet state and district standards.
- Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning and classroom management techniques, improving overall school performance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and continuously improve teaching methods.
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives, reflected district goals and taught according to knowledge, skills, progress and needs of students.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities and real-world scenarios in lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Col. John O. Ensor Middle School
El Paso, TX
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Differentiated instruction according to students' skill level.
- Monitored students' progress using formal and informal assessments for thorough understanding of content.
- Built and strengthened a positive classroom environment with students.
- Collect and analyze student data to make appropriate adjustment in the classroom.
State Compensatory Education Intervention Coach
Socorro ISD - Salvador Sanchez Middle School
El Paso, TX
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Curriculum and Instruction Coach for 6th-8th grade RLA/Social Studies content.
- Monitored at-risk students, assisted with collection and analysis of data.
- Lead professional development presentations, presented strategies on campus and within the district.
- Monitored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using instructional techniques.
- Held one to one instructional sessions with students in need of additional help.
- Assisted and developed afterschool tutoring sessions, intersession and summer school.
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Salvador Sanchez Middle School
El Paso, TX
02.2005 - 09.2016
- Integrated technology in the classroom setting to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Mentored, tutored and instructed students afterschool, during intersession and summer school.
- Developed lesson plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction.
- Differentiated instruction according to student' skill levels.
- Worked one on one with at risk students on core subject.
- Assisted in the collection and analyze student data to make appropriate adjustment in classroom.
4th Grade Teacher (self-contained) & 6th-8th
Catholic Diocese of El Paso-St. Patrick Cathedral
El Paso, TX
08.2001 - 02.2005
- 4th grade self-contained teacher - 2 years
- Religious formation for students needed to make First Holy Communion.
- 6th-8th grade Social Studies teacher - 2 years.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Contributed to the development of annual curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and grade-level objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Athletic Director for campus, to include sports year round.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction: Social Studies (K-14)
Concordia University
Oregon06-2016
Bachelor of Arts - History - Chicano Studies - ACP
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX07-1991
Skills
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Instructional technology
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Lesson plan implementation
- Technology implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Staff development
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
2003 Seed Award - Teacher of the Year - St. Patrick's Cathedral School.
2013 Teacher of the Year - Salvador Sanchez Middle School.
2015 Coach of the Year - Salvador Sanchez Middle School.
2018 Honored by the Socorro Veteran's Association for contributions to their organization.
2021-2023 STAAR scores for 8th grade Social Studies were above average at the district, region and state levels - Ensor Middle School.
2024 STAAR scores for 8th grade Social Studies were above average at the district, region and state levels - Eastlake Middle School.
Timeline
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Eastlake Middle School
06.2023 - Current
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Col. John O. Ensor Middle School
07.2020 - 06.2023
State Compensatory Education Intervention Coach
Socorro ISD - Salvador Sanchez Middle School
09.2016 - 06.2020
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Socorro ISD - Salvador Sanchez Middle School
02.2005 - 09.2016
4th Grade Teacher (self-contained) & 6th-8th
Catholic Diocese of El Paso-St. Patrick Cathedral
08.2001 - 02.2005
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction: Social Studies (K-14)
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - History - Chicano Studies - ACP
The University of Texas At El Paso
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