LANE SALDAÑA
Educator, Lead Teacher, And Program Lead
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective educator with valuable experience in inclusive teaching implementation, rigorous curriculum writing, and efficient project planning. Equipped in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic advisor, and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of instructional team. Successful in developing strong literacy, social and learning skills.
I love people, I love working hard, I love enacting change for those most overlooked. These talents will ensure quality and equitable education for all.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Social Justice Teacher / Tennis Coach
DePaul College Prep
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Curriculum Development: Developed and implemented a Social Justice curriculum, impacting 120+ students annually, increasing engagement in civic leadership activities by 35%
- Relevance: Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Leadership: Led a team of 6 faculty members to ensure academic rigor and alignment with educational standards
- Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Partner with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Americorps Corps Member and Teacher
Teach for America
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Program Research: Designed and delivered educational programs focused on social justice, addressing barriers to academic success and increasing student engagement in community-focused learning
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Led professional development initiatives for over 100 educators, resulting in a 25% increase in the adoption of culturally responsive teaching practices across participating schools
- Family & Community Engagement: Facilitated workshops and advising for students and families, providing guidance on educational opportunities and college applications
Special Education Teacher / ELA Teacher / Advisory Program Lead
Intrinsic Schools - Downtown
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Advising: Impacting 300+ students, with 85% of students reporting improved academic readiness and goal-setting skills
- Professional Development: Led professional development sessions on advisory practices, student wellness, and staff retention
- Case Management: Developed 20+ IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Differentiation: Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Project Manager
Moody Church Media
01.2017 - 04.2021
- Management & Reporting: Managed and evaluated projects to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and on-time delivery
- Progress Monitoring: Tracked project progress and reported results, contributing to organizational efficiency improvements of 15%
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
Chicago, IL 12.2024 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL 08.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Theology / Philosophy
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL 01.2014 - 06.2017
Skills
Program design
Culturally responsive pedagogy
Inquiry-based learning
Student engagement
Conflict resolution
Social-Emotional learning
Data-driven analysis
Student engagement
Classroom instruction
Curriculum implementation
Public speaking
Technology integration
Curriculum development
Conflict resolution
Certification
Professional Educator License, 2029
Accomplishments
- Coached Girl's Tennis Program, 4 students advanced to IHSA State Finals | DePaul Prep, 2023 & 2024
- Won the "Teacher of the Year" award as selected by students and colleagues | Intrinsic Schools, 2022
- Co-founder the Weeks of Peace Initiative, implementing a school-wide conflict resolution program, reducing incidents of school violence by 30% and fostering a safe environment for 300+ student | Intrinsic Schools, 2022
Timeline
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
12.2024 - 05.2023
Social Justice Teacher / Tennis Coach
DePaul College Prep
08.2023 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher / ELA Teacher / Advisory Program Lead
Intrinsic Schools - Downtown
08.2021 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Trinity International University
08.2021 - 05.2021
Americorps Corps Member and Teacher
Teach for America
04.2021 - 05.2023
Project Manager
Moody Church Media
01.2017 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Theology / Philosophy
Moody Bible Institute
01.2014 - 06.2017
Professional Educator License, 2029
LBSI endorsement, ISBE, 2029
Certified in DEI Implementation, DePaul Prep, 2023-2025
Certified Circle Keeper, Chicago Restorative Center - 2022-2026
Certified in Data-Driven Decision-Making Training - TFA Summer Institute, 2021-2025
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