Karla Gravanda

Experienced and dedicated veteran teacher with a proven track record of fostering academic growth and student success. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and vertical alignment to ensure a cohesive educational experience across grade levels. Expertise in small group instruction and targeted reading intervention, including facilitation of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) to support diverse learners.

As an English Learner Site Coordinator, committed to developing inclusive programs that support language acquisition and academic achievement. A strong passion for extracurricular engagement, leading before- and after-school programs such as Reading Club, Pickleball, and Running Club. Active in school leadership, serving as a Site Council Representative, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance school-wide initiatives and foster a positive learning community. A collaborative team player who is committed to continuous professional growth and student success.

• EL Authorization/CLAD Certification, California Commission on Teacher Credentialing 2002

• Grade-Level Chair - Led and supported a team of 3rd grade teachers, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment across curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices. Acted as a liaison between administration and the 3rd grade team, communicating important updates, policies, and goals to the teaching staff. Collaborated with fellow grade-level chairs and administrators to plan and implement school-wide projects and professional development opportunities for staff.
• English Learner (EL) Coordinator - The EL contact person for students, parents, and staff. Monitored EL students and provided teachers and students with regular feedback through ELLevation. Coordinated and assured that all testing required for EL students was completed.
• Digital Educator Badge - Completed all coursework for the Beaumont USD Digital Educator course.
• Virtual Classroom Teacher - Designed and implemented engaging virtual lessons using Google Classroom, ensuring that students stayed engaged and on track in a fully remote environment. Created and managed assignments, quizzes, and projects through Google Classroom, ensuring smooth submission and feedback processes. Utilized Google Meet for live lessons, facilitating real-time interaction and collaboration, and ensuring high levels of student participation. Provided individualized support to students via Google Chat and email, offering timely feedback and addressing academic challenges. Integrated Google Drive to organize resources, share study materials, and create collaborative documents for student group work. Collaborated with fellow teachers using Google Docs and Google Sheets to plan and track student progress and attendance in virtual classrooms. Trained students and parents on using Google Classroom and other digital tools to promote an effective virtual learning environment. Utilized EdTech tools such as Google Forms, Jamboard, and Padlet to foster creativity and participation in an online setting.
• Student Success Team (SST) Coordinator - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs. Created goals and monitored progress.
• Rigorous Curriculum Design (RCD)Team Member - Collaborated with a team of educators to design and develop rigorous, standards-aligned units of study aimed at challenging students while fostering critical thinking and academic growth.
• BTSA Support Provider - Mentored and supported new teachers through the BTSA (Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment) program, helping them navigate their first two years of teaching.

Technology Experience

Proficient in utilizing a wide range of educational technologies to enhance student learning and streamline classroom management. Experienced with:

• Clever : Integrated and managed student accounts and access to digital learning platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences.
• Google Products : Expertise in Google Classroom, Google Drive, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms for collaborative learning, content sharing, and administrative tasks.
• Aeries : Extensive experience using Aeries Student Information System for managing student data, including attendance, grades, and demographic information. Proficient in generating reports, tracking academic progress, and communicating with parents through the platform. Skilled in managing class rosters, scheduling, and utilizing Aeries' data tools to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
• ParentSquare Experience: Proficient in using ParentSquare to enhance communication between school and home. This experience helped strengthen school-community relationships, improve parent involvement, and support student success.
• i-Ready : Utilized for personalized student assessments and data-driven instruction to improve literacy and mathematics outcomes.
• GoGuardian : Administered and monitored student device usage, ensuring online safety and focused classroom engagement.
• ELLevation : Supported English learners by leveraging this platform for tracking language proficiency and individualized instructional strategies.
• Acadience Learning Online : Used for student progress monitoring, tracking key reading skills to guide targeted interventions.
• Discovery Education : Integrated multimedia resources and digital content to create engaging, standards-aligned lessons.
• Great Minds : Utilized for curriculum resources that support rigorous, inquiry-based learning in mathematics.
• 95% Group : Implemented research-based reading interventions and assessments to address literacy gaps and promote early success.
• No Red Ink : Leveraged for personalized grammar and writing practice, helping students develop essential language skills.
• Renaissance : Used tools such as Accelerated Reader and Star Assessments to track student growth in reading.
• EdPuzzle : Integrated interactive video lessons to engage students and assess understanding through embedded quizzes and analytics.
• Blooket : Created interactive review games to motivate students and reinforce key concepts in a fun and engaging way.
• Pear Deck : Employed to create interactive, real-time formative assessments, promoting student participation and feedback during lessons.

This extensive experience with educational technology enables me to effectively support differentiated learning and improve student engagement and achievement across diverse subjects.

• AVID Summer Institute 2018
• Ron Clark EXP 2-Day Academy 2019
• Ed Tech Training 2021-2024
• California Association of Directors and Activities (CADA) Conference 2024
• Get Your Teach On (GYTO) Conference 2025