Juliana Portillo
Kensington,MD
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering student engagement and building positive relationships to enhance learning outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Year-Long Student Teaching Intern
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
Kensington, MD
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Began the placement by attending three days per week and supporting the mentor teacher with small-group instruction, classroom routines, lesson preparation, and student assistance.
- Gradually assumed responsibility for planning and teaching whole-class lessons in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.
- Served as the lead teacher during the spring semester, managing instruction, transitions, assessment, and classroom routines.
- Completed a full classroom takeover by independently planning and delivering instruction across all subject areas.
- Differentiated instruction for a class of 28 students, including students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and multilingual learning needs.
- Collaborated with the mentor teacher, special educators, support staff, and families to monitor student progress and address individual needs.
Junior Student Teaching Intern
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
Kensington, MD
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported classroom management and facilitated student engagement activities.
- Observed classroom dynamics to enhance teaching methodologies.
- Assisted classroom teacher with grading projects, homework and assignments.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
Reading Tutor
Mt. Rainier Elementary School
Mount Rainier, MD
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated one-on-one reading sessions to enhance comprehension and engagement.
- Developed customized reading plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and trust.
Teacher's Aide
Springhill Lake Elementary School
Greenbelt, MD
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional support.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with administrative tasks such as photocopying worksheets or grading papers efficiently without compromising quality feedback.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2026
Skills
- Instructional strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Year-Long Student Teaching Intern
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
08.2025 - 05.2026
Junior Student Teaching Intern
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Reading Tutor
Mt. Rainier Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher's Aide
Springhill Lake Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maryland, College Park