Isabella Madeline Mosqueda
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record of fostering inclusive classroom environments that promote student success. Expertise in utilizing diverse instructional strategies tailored to various learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of the material for all students. Recognized for a collaborative approach and adaptability in rapidly changing educational landscapes, with a strong emphasis on enhancing critical thinking and communication skills among learners. Committed to inspiring and empowering students to reach their full potential through innovative teaching practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Corps Member
Teach For America
Los Angeles, CA
06.2023
- Selected from approximately 45,000 applicants nationwide to join the national teacher corps of recent college graduates and professionals who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools.
- Participate in an intensive virtual summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement. Simultaneously teach in a summer school program run by Teach For America for students in Los Angeles, CA public and charter schools under the supervision of a faculty of experienced teachers.
- Engage in professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and ‘learning teams’ specific to my teaching license area.
Kindergarten Teacher
Learning By Design Charter Academy
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, promoting active learning and critical thinking.
- Assessed student performance through formal and informal assessments; provided timely feedback and individual support to ensure academic progress.
- Designed and implemented strategies to foster an inclusive classroom atmosphere, enhancing social-emotional development and student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support student achievement and school goals.
- Integrated technology and innovative tools to enhance instruction and classroom engagement.
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Crete Academy
Los Angeles, CA
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Crafted and delivered engaging lesson plans aimed at enhancing student participation and promoting critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance through formal and informal assessments; provided timely feedback and individual support to ensure academic progress.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged student participation, respect, and social-emotional development.
- Engaged with colleagues, parents, and administrators to drive initiatives supporting student success and institutional goals.
- Integrated technology and innovative tools to enhance instruction and classroom engagement.
Teacher's Assistant
Westerly School of Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted the lead teacher in implementing a curriculum based on California teaching standards. Helped lead thematic units including; the ocean, Holidays around the World, Being Patriotic, The Rainforest, and Fairy Tales Around the World.
- Planned out and led social emotional discussions based off of R.U.L.E.R. curriculum.
- Worked with students one on one, and in small groups in order to help the lead teacher with differentiating curriculum with students with different needs.
- Periodically assessed students on sight words, math, reading and writing.
- Served as the primary substitute teacher when the lead teacher was off campus.
English Teacher
Elan Language Academy
Mokdong, Seoul, South Korea
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed engaging educational activities to support language acquisition and foster a positive classroom environment for novice English learners.
- Directed planning and instruction for first-time ESL learners in diverse subjects including listening, speaking, phonics, science, art, math, and drama.
- Participated in weekly meetings and assisted in creating monthly schedules with fellow teachers.
- Collaborated with school staff to plan and execute special event days such as field trips and recitals.
- Facilitated novel studies, narrative writing, research skills, grammar, and speech development.
English Teacher
CCS Academy
Yongin, South Korea
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented a customized curriculum for advanced ESL students in their third year of school. Created interactive learning materials that included worksheets, presentations, and hands-on activities to foster engagement.
- Created bi-weekly lesson plans and Parent newsletters that were sent out to keep parents informed on all classroom activities.
- Designed and administered monthly assessments to evaluate student progress.
Education
M.D. - English Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2017
Preliminary Credential -
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA06-2025
Bachelor’s - English Education
Cal State University- Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2020
No Degree - English Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2017
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Student assessment
- Innovative lesson planning
- Learning strategies
- Project-based learning
- Elementary education
PERSONAL
Fluent in English.
Basic Spanish.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Learning By Design Charter Academy
01.2025 - Current
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Crete Academy
08.2024 - 01.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Westerly School of Long Beach
09.2023 - 01.2024
Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2023
English Teacher
Elan Language Academy
03.2022 - 02.2023
English Teacher
CCS Academy
02.2021 - 02.2022
M.D. - English Education
San Francisco State University
Preliminary Credential -
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor’s - English Education
Cal State University- Long Beach
No Degree - English Education
San Francisco State University