Frania Iris Rodriguez
Pasadena,USA
Summary
Dedicated to service, with over 20 years of experience in education and community development, supporting diverse populations of adults and children. Recognized for strong communication and strategic planning skills that have enhanced the implementation of research-based initiatives, and improved the quality of education. Committed to a holistic approach to student success, fostering collaborative partnerships with families and administrators to promote positive, sustainable outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist (SDC) & Home Hospital Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
Pasadena, USA
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Manage IEP caseload using SEIS.
- Write annual and triennial IEPs with fidelity.
- Provide quarterly progress reports on IEP goals.
- Schedule IEP meetings within legal timelines, and remain in compliance.
- Partner with parents and caregivers.
- Administration of the KTEA.
- Lesson planning for academic goals and curricula.
- Collaborate with instructional aides, general education teachers, behavioral interventionists, and service providers.
- Student data collection: academic and behavioral.
- Provide virtual learning sessions.
- Use Canvas learning platform for academic course work.
- Visit student homes to resume academic instruction.
Founding Teacher (1st & 2nd grade)
Alma Fuerte Public School
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with the founder and co-founder to recruit students.
- Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI): push-in/pull-out.
- Translated recruitment documents into Spanish.
- Provided school tours in Spanish for incoming families.
- Generated the purchases for classroom learning materials, furniture, and grade-level curricula.
- Implemented blended learning media: Spatial Temporal Math, Smarty Ants, and Lexia Core 5.
- CELDT District Coordinator, ELPAC Administrator, and NWEA Test Examiner.
- Collaborated in the establishment of school-wide policies, culture, and vision.
- Attended the Annual California Charter Schools Conference.
- Positive behavior supports with reinforcement strategies (PBIS).
- Initiated RTI systems for SpEd and 'at risk' students to close academic gap.
- Generate a weekly school newsletter to keep parents informed via email campaigns.
Reading Specialist
Archdiocese of Los Angeles Department of Catholic Schools
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Lead research-based, data-driven reading intervention initiatives to diverse learning communities.
- Review Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) data to corroborate both quantitative and qualitative student performance in the classroom.
- School sites serviced: Saint Bernard in Bellflower, Saint John Chrysostom in Inglewood, Saint Frances X. Cabrini in Inglewood, Our Lady of Guadalupe in East L.A.
Spanish & Math Instructor
Villa-Parke Community Center
Pasadena, USA
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Developed lesson plan activities to fit the needs of students ages 5–12.
- Exposed students to Spanish vocabulary, dialogue, literature, and Latin American culture.
Teacher and Test Coordinator
Saint Mary Elementary School
Los Angeles, USA
08.2005 - 06.2014
- Designed and prepared lesson plans using Common Core ELA, California State Standards.
- Created inclusion models for struggling students, or students with learning impairments, using Support Team Education Planning (STEP).
Special Education Instructional Aide (mild, moderate, severe)
Montebello Unified School District
01.2002 - 09.2002
- Assisted in the instruction and class management of a moderate-to-high-needs special day class.
- Mainstreamed special education students to regular education classes while providing academic and emotional support, as stated in IEP goals.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education
Liberty University Online
Lynchburg, Virginia01.2025
Education Specialist - Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential (Clear), Authorization in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA01.2019
State of California Credential (Clear) - EL/CLAD Certification
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA01.2014
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of California-Riverside
Riverside, CA01.2004
Skills
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Inclusive classroom strategies
- Curricula development and design
- IEP collaboration
- Professional learning communities
- Behavior intervention planning
Accomplishments
- Developed, planned, and designed research-based instruction for English Language Development (ELD) through a Specially Designed Academic Instruction Delivered in English (SDAIE) to increase proficiency and promote the effective acquisition of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- Universal Design for Learning with multiple means of representation to differentiate and engage all learners.
- Coordinated annual school-wide state testing for teachers and administered testing for students with learning and medical disabilities from 2005-2013.
- Planned 2-3 school-wide excursions, administered safety regulations, and coordinated transportation.
- Implemented Common Core State Standards while using comprehensive research-based teaching methodologies to differentiate instruction and raise test scores.
- Spanish interpreter during school-wide general parent meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and private principal-parent meetings involving sensitive topics.
- Mentored ACE (Alliance for Catholic Education) Teacher from the University of Notre Dame.
- Conducted school-wide presentations to showcase our school's Student Learning Expectations while utilizing various resources and exposing our students to a variety of learning styles that accentuate the art of teaching.
Graduate Fieldwork
- 49th Street Elementary School, 750 East 49th, Los Angeles, CA, 90011, 2010
- Ellen Ochoa Learning Center, 5027 Live Oak St, Cudahy, CA, 90201, 2010
- Bridge Elementary School, 605 N Boyle Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, 2020
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- LACOE Equitable Innovation Grant- Greater LA Education Foundation, 2021
- Pasadena Educational Foundation Grant, 2022, 2023, 2024
Timeline
Education Specialist (SDC) & Home Hospital Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2024
Founding Teacher (1st & 2nd grade)
Alma Fuerte Public School
07.2017 - 09.2019
Reading Specialist
Archdiocese of Los Angeles Department of Catholic Schools
02.2016 - 05.2017
Spanish & Math Instructor
Villa-Parke Community Center
06.2015 - 08.2016
Teacher and Test Coordinator
Saint Mary Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2014
Special Education Instructional Aide (mild, moderate, severe)
Montebello Unified School District
01.2002 - 09.2002
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education
Liberty University Online
Education Specialist - Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential (Clear), Authorization in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Mount Saint Mary's University
State of California Credential (Clear) - EL/CLAD Certification
Mount Saint Mary's University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mount Saint Mary's University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of California-Riverside
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