Gabriela Freire
Verona,WI
Summary
Accomplished bilingual 1st grade Two Way Immersion Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Two Way Immersion Teacher
Verona Area School District
08.2014 - Current
- Built positive relationships with parents of 22 learners to involve families in educational process.
- Taught 44 students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed 44 student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Bilingual Special Education Assistant
Verona Area School District
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Built trust and rapport with 4-5 students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Bilingual Education BA - Bilingual Education
Edgewood College
Madison, WI05.2019
1-8 Education BA - Educational License
UW-Madison
Madison05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
UW-Platteville
Platteville, WI05.2011
High School Diploma -
Platteville High School
Platteville, WI09.2005
Skills
- Promote Literacy
- Class Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Advanced Technologies
- Language Skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
1st Grade Two Way Immersion Teacher
Verona Area School District
08.2014 - Current
Bilingual Special Education Assistant
Verona Area School District
08.2011 - 06.2014
Bilingual Education BA - Bilingual Education
Edgewood College
1-8 Education BA - Educational License
UW-Madison
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
UW-Platteville
High School Diploma -
Platteville High School
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