JOSE J. GUAJARDO JR.
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Pursuing a full-time instructor position at South Texas College.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
K-12 Social Studies Coordinator
La Joya ISD
La Joya, Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Designed, developed, and maintained K–12 social studies curriculum and assessments at district level.
- Provided instructional leadership for K–12 social studies across campuses while supporting evidence-based practices and district initiatives.
- Built capacity of campus administrators, lead teachers, and classroom educators in K–12 social studies, enhancing instructional effectiveness.
- Led identification, evaluation, adoption, and integration of effective educational resources into curriculum.
- Delivered professional learning presentations tailored to instructional needs, fostering teacher development and student engagement.
- Supported comprehensive program evaluations with data analysis to drive improvements in student outcomes.
- Contributed to creation of district-wide professional learning plan based on data trends and initiatives.
- Collaborated with teachers for planning, preparing, and internalizing standards-aligned lessons.
Educator
Thelma Salinas STEM ECHS
La Joya, Texas
08.2015 - 07.2024
- In my 17 years of experience, I have taught World Geography, World History (AP and regular), U.S. History (AP and regular), Government and Economics.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student populations, fostering inclusivity and active participation.
- Implemented innovative STEM activities, promoting critical thinking and hands-on learning among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and curricula, enriching student understanding and engagement.
Educator
Juarez-Lincoln High School
01.2006 - 01.2015
Education
Master's Degree - Political Science
University of Texas UTRGV
Edinburg, TX05-2024
Bachelors of Art - History, Government
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-2006
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Instructional leadership
- Assessment development
- Data analysis
- Resource integration
- Professional development
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability strategies
Accomplishments
• 2011-2012 District Teacher of the Year for Secondary Teachers, La Joya ISD
• 2011-2012 Teacher of the Year, Juarez Lincoln High School
• Several AP students passed AP U.S. History and World History AP Exam yearly
• 2011-2012 Teacher of the Year, Juarez Lincoln High School
• Several AP students passed AP U.S. History and World History AP Exam yearly
Training
- Administered training for teachers and administration across the district
- GT training, 30 hours and yearly updates
- ELPS and SIOP certified
- AP trainings (U.S. History, World History, Economics)
- PUSH GRANT (Passion for US History), 2008, Cadre sent to East Coast to learn about U.S. History
- RISE GRANT (Recent immigrant and Special Education), 5-year training, Sent a week to East Coast yearly to learn about US history and how to better work with special populations., 2009-2014
- Trainer: Social Studies Share Fair Training, 3 years, 2012-2015
- Trainer: Trainer for GT updates/AP for La Joya ISD, 2014-2015
- Curriculum Writer, Created curriculum utilized throughout the district, 2014-2016
Leadership Roles
- LJISD K-12 District Coordinator
- UIL Coach, Social Studies, Current Events, Spelling, 8 years
- NHS Sponsor, 6 years
- Chess Coach, 6 years
- Co-department Head for Social Studies, 2 years
Refrences
- Lisa Wills, Executive Director Human Capital & Talent Development - LJISD, 432-553-1654
- Lori Longoria Cantu, Principal, Juarez Lincoln High School - LJISD, 956-379-9132
- Jose Pena, Executive Director Athletic Department - LJISD, 956-607-9096
- John Terry, Professor, Department of History - STC, 218-731-9372
Timeline
K-12 Social Studies Coordinator
La Joya ISD
07.2024 - Current
Educator
Thelma Salinas STEM ECHS
08.2015 - 07.2024
Educator
Juarez-Lincoln High School
01.2006 - 01.2015
Master's Degree - Political Science
University of Texas UTRGV
Bachelors of Art - History, Government
University of Texas At Austin