Iris D. Peltier
Lantana,Texas
Summary
Creative and energetic Bilingual Early Childhood Educator devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive, and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 23 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Pre-K Teacher
Irving ISD
08.2020 - Current
- Develop and implement curriculum plans aligned with educational standards.
- Tailor instructional strategies and materials to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborate with special education staff to support students with diverse learning requirements.
- Foster positive learning environment and manage classroom behavior effectively.
- Conduct assessments to monitor student progress and provide academic support.
- Maintain open communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and regulations.
- Serve on Sunshine Committee
Bilingual/Dual Language Teacher 2nd, Pre-K, 1st
Dallas ISD
08.2016 - 07.2020
- Planned and implemented lessons in blended learning format for second grade class
- Engaged and motivated students during "At Home Learning" while providing support to parents
- Prepared PK4 students academically, socially and emotionally for kindergarten and beyond
- Sponsored after-school Art Club for various grades
- Implemented Project Based Learning and STEAM lessons aligned with TEKS and district curriculum
- Facilitated Restorative Practices circles to build community within classroom
- Served as LPAC representative during ARD meetings
- Taught Saturday School to improve first graders' and kindergarteners' reading skills
- Provided after-school tutoring to prepare first graders for reading and math assessments
Dual Language 1st Grade Teacher
GCISD
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Taught Spanish two-way dual Language Arts/Social Studies/Science
- Planned and implemented content lessons aligned with state standards and district curriculum
- Conducted guided reading, incorporated writing in all subject areas
Bilingual 4th Grade and Dual Kindergarten Teacher
Lewisville ISD
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Planned and implemented all Spanish and English 4th grade content lessons aligned with state TEKS using SIOP model strategies
- Analyzed data from Achieve 3000, Istation, and MAP for differentiated and guided instruction
- Administered 4th Grade writing, reading and math STAAR tests
- Increased student engagement, collaboration, and authentic work by implementing and modeling STEM, Engineering Design Process and Mind Mission Social Studies lessons
- Conducted all parent-teacher conferences, orientation and open houses in Spanish and English
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher / Hedrick Elementary-LISD
Lewisville ISD
08.2001 - 06.2012
- Taught LA, SS, Science, Math and Life Skills using SIOP strategies
- Instructed students in small groups, whole groups and individually
- Provided balanced literacy instruction (shared, guided, independent reading; interactive, shared and independent writing)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Spanish and Communications
Hood College
Frederick, MD1985
Skills
- Bilingual/ESL-Spanish Certified (PK-6)
- Elementary Self-Contained (PK-6)
- Excellent Translating Skills
- 23 Years Teaching Experience
- Professional Writing Experience
- Completely Fluent in Spanish and English
Timeline
Bilingual Pre-K Teacher
Irving ISD
08.2020 - Current
Bilingual/Dual Language Teacher 2nd, Pre-K, 1st
Dallas ISD
08.2016 - 07.2020
Dual Language 1st Grade Teacher
GCISD
08.2015 - 06.2016
Bilingual 4th Grade and Dual Kindergarten Teacher
Lewisville ISD
08.2012 - 06.2015
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher / Hedrick Elementary-LISD
Lewisville ISD
08.2001 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Spanish and Communications
Hood College
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