Gilroy Roman
Ferris,USA
Summary
Bilingual PreK-2 Instructional Specialist with a robust background in curriculum development and instructional coaching. Experienced in designing tailored training programs for educators, enhancing classroom management, and facilitating collaborative planning sessions. Committed to driving student engagement and academic success through innovative educational strategies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK-2 Instructional Specialist
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas, Texas
01.2019 - Current
- Support K-2 teachers in curriculum planning, lesson delivery, and differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Led professional development workshops and coaching sessions to enhance teaching practices in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, fostering improved student outcomes.
- Collaborate with grade-level teams to design and implement formative assessments that track student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Provide one-on-one coaching to teachers in classroom management, instructional strategies, and student engagement.
- Lead professional development training sessions for teachers & administrators to improve teaching techniques and classroom management skills.
- Assisted in developing and implementing school-wide educational initiatives and projects, promoting collaboration and alignment with district goals.
- Liaised between administrators and teachers, communicating student data and progress to inform educational strategies.
- Develop and implement training programs tailored to the specific needs of educators.
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-2)
William M. Anderson Elementary
Dallas, Texas
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Developed and taught engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans in reading, math, science, and social studies, resulting in enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Established a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that fostered positive student behavior and supported academic achievement.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate the diverse learning styles and needs of all students, including ELLs and students with special needs.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, providing targeted interventions.
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to create individualized learning plans, improving student support and learning experiences.
Instructional Coach
Luis Melendez High School
Hatillo, Puerto Rico
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Provided ongoing support and professional development in instructional strategies, classroom management, and assessment tools.
- Designed and facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to enhance curriculum alignment and best practices.
- Collaborated with teachers to analyze student data and instructional practices, identifying targeted growth areas for enhanced student outcomes.
- Facilitated peer observations and feedback sessions to foster teaching effectiveness and promote best practices among educators.
Middle School Teacher (Grades 7-9)
Timoteo Delgado Middle School
Hatillo, Puerto Rico
08.2004 - 05.2012
- Designed and implemented engaging English Language Arts curricula for grades [X-X] to enhance reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary skills.
- Planned and led differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including those with IEPs and English Language Learners (ELL).
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment by encouraging collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Develop formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adapt lessons for improved outcomes.
- Organized and led extracurricular activities, including [Literary Club, Poetry Slam, Book Club, etc.], to foster student interest and engagement in literature..
Education
Master of Education - Administration & Leadership
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Arecibo, Puerto Rico06-2006
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Level Grades 7-12
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Arecibo, Puerto Rico06-2004
Doctorate of Education Leadership -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona08-2026
Skills
- Curriculum development processes
- Curriculum alignment
- Curriculum implementation
- Curriculum execution
- Program design
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Learning methodologies
- Data analysis and assessment methods
- Data analysis methods
- Online learning delivery
- Adult education
- Teacher training
- Training facilitation skills
- Staff training
- Instructional coaching methods
- Classroom management strategies
- Performance optimization
- Team development
- Team collaboration
- Faculty collaboration initiatives
- Leadership skills
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Literacy numeracy expertise
- Tech integration
- Teaching strategies
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- Texas Educator Certification in Elementary Education (EC-6)
- Puerto Rico Educator Certification in Secondary Level (7-12)
- Puerto Rico Education Leadership Certification in Secondary Level (7-12)
- Texas Elementary Level Reading Academies Certification
Professional Development And Training
- CLASS Teachstone Observer Certification (Prek-3)
- Results Coaching Global, LLC Level 1 & 2 Certification
Timeline
PreK-2 Instructional Specialist
Dallas Independent School District
01.2019 - Current
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-2)
William M. Anderson Elementary
08.2014 - 01.2019
Instructional Coach
Luis Melendez High School
08.2012 - 05.2014
Middle School Teacher (Grades 7-9)
Timoteo Delgado Middle School
08.2004 - 05.2012
Master of Education - Administration & Leadership
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Level Grades 7-12
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Doctorate of Education Leadership -
Grand Canyon University