JENNIFER ROCHA
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Seeking a position where one can expand and develop their skills continually as a leader and colleague. Able and hardworking employee, and enthusiastic about learning different fields inside and out. Pursue opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
EC-6 Teacher Certification
1
1
Bilingual Certification
Work History
DANCE TEACHER
GEAR UP, LUCIO MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Worked as a dance teacher for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders
- Created and taught dances for charro days, Christmas festival, and other school events
- Worked with Gear Up manger and principal to create events for the school.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
TUTOR
GEAR UP, LOPEZ HIGH SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Commuted between middle school and high school campuses.
- Tutored Middle school during the day for Reading and Science.
- Worked with at risk students to meet academic and behavior goals.
- Worked with high school students after school for tutoring sessions and assisted in tutoring events.
- Planned with managers on activities required for that given week.
- Supervised students in library alongside teachers for tutoring services in all subject areas.
PEER COACH ASSISTANT
UTRGV TRIO SSS
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Was in charge of recruiting undergrad students and meet with them for progress monitoring
- Awarded Employee of the Month
- Created workshops through zoom for student engagement
- Worked with team daily to plan for events, workshops, and give feedback on task progress.
- Prepared flyers for events, workshops, and graduation expos on Canva, Excel, and PPT daily.
Third Grade Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
01.2021 - 05.2022
- STEP- UP, LFCISD COHORT, LOS FRESNOS TEXAS -Participated in Clinical Observations
- Created and delivered lesson plans
- Joined Professional Developmental Trainings
- Supervised and conducted various grade levels
- Internship opportunity for 1 year
- Worked with small group instruction
- Attended parent conferences
- Joined RTI meetings
- Created differentiated instruction activities
Kindergarten Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Engaged administrators, parents and colleagues with learning programs to improve educational outcomes.
Academic Program Coordinator
University Of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
02.2024 - Current
- I work with the McCombs Success Scholars Program team to
collaborate with academic advisors, career management, and
campus programs, enhancing student success. - Enhanced student experience by developing and implementing comprehensive academic programs.
- Developed innovative solutions to address challenges faced by students, improving retention rates and graduation statistics.
- Supported students throughout their academic journey by providing guidance on course selection, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities.
- Facilitated strong communication between students, faculty, and administration to foster a positive learning environment.
Education
BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES EDUCATION - Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville, TX05.2022
Bilingual Education Certification - Bilingual Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville05.2022
High School Diploma -
Lopez Early College High School
Brownsville, TX05.2017
Skills
- Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish and English)
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Mental Health First Aid USA: Certified
- Have worked with programs such as: Edulastic, MAP, Epic, Kahoot, Education Galaxy, Imagine Math
- Google classroom
- Social Skills
- Technology Integration
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
Certification
Core Subjects EC-6 PassedPedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 PassedScience of Teaching Reading PassedBilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT) PendingBilingual Education Supplemental Pending
Affiliations
Step Up Internship TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators) TRIO SSS Participant UTRGV UTRGV President's List
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Quote
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Timeline
Academic Program Coordinator
University Of Texas At Austin
02.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
08.2022 - 02.2024
Third Grade Teacher
Los Fresnos CISD
01.2021 - 05.2022
PEER COACH ASSISTANT
UTRGV TRIO SSS
01.2020 - 12.2020
DANCE TEACHER
GEAR UP, LUCIO MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
TUTOR
GEAR UP, LOPEZ HIGH SCHOOL
01.2019 - 10.2019
BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES EDUCATION - Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bilingual Education Certification - Bilingual Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Lopez Early College High School
Core Subjects EC-6 PassedPedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 PassedScience of Teaching Reading PassedBilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT) PendingBilingual Education Supplemental Pending
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