Jessica Parra
Brownsville,TX
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Dr. Juliet V. Garcia Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Teacher's Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Student Teacher
Rivera Early College High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet the needs of different types of learners.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills to enable students to think out of the box.
Teacher Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Teacher assistant of High School Scholars' students (Internship program)
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Student Teacher
Dr. Juliet V. Garcia Middle School
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Translating the class to students from English to Spanish.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
Student Teacher
Rivera Early College High School
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (Math), Concentration 4th-8th UTEACH program, Minor: Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12.2023
Associate of Arts - Teaching (8th-12th) grade
Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX05.2020
Skills
- Responsible
- Ability to learn
- Problem-Solving
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Bilingual
- Psychology
- Individualized Instruction
Certification
- Affirming Difference and Valuing Background Knowledge (2021) Certification by Stanford Inspire
- Mathematics 4th-8th by Texas Education Agency
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Student Teacher
Dr. Juliet V. Garcia Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher's Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2022 - 08.2022
Student Teacher
Rivera Early College High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Teacher Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2021 - 08.2021
Student Teacher
Dr. Juliet V. Garcia Middle School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Student Teacher
Rivera Early College High School
07.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (Math), Concentration 4th-8th UTEACH program, Minor: Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Associate of Arts - Teaching (8th-12th) grade
Texas Southmost College