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Gabriela San Miguel

Laredo,TX

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kinder Teacher

Laredo Independent School District
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
  • Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
  • Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
  • Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
  • Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
  • Assessed comprehensive student growth across academic, social and personal skills.
  • Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary.
  • Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.
  • Pioneered multi-age kindergarten and first-grade class to build early literacy and math skills and promote independent reading.

Reading Interventionist 3rd Grade

Laredo Independent School District
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.-3rd
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification.
  • Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
  • Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
  • Supervised small reading groups of students.
  • Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
  • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
  • Supervised test taking and graded papers.

Special Education/Resource English I Teacher

United Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Assistant Swim & Dive Varsity Coach

United Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored student-athletes'' academic progress closely to ensure eligibility requirements were met consistently throughout the season.
  • Established positive relationships with parents, school administrators, and community members to promote the athletic program''s reputation and support.
  • Evaluated player performance during games and practices to provide constructive feedback for continued improvement.
  • Recruited talented athletes from within the school population through scouting at junior varsity or club-level competitions.
  • Maintained a safe and supportive environment for all players to grow both athletically and personally.
  • Implemented comprehensive strength training programs that improved athlete conditioning, injury prevention, and overall fitness levels.
  • Developed strong team dynamics through fostering a culture of trust, dedication, and camaraderie among athletes.
  • Organized and executed successful team-building activities that strengthened bonds among players, promoting trust, accountability, and commitment to the team''s success.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and individualized training plans.
  • Communicated effectively with other coaches within the district or conference to share best practices in coaching techniques and strategies for success.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues promptly following school guidelines while maintaining open communication with parents when necessary.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize student success.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.

Reading Intervention Teacher

Harmony School Of Innovation Laredo
08.2014 - 05.2023
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Created tools for instruction and behavioral support.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification.
  • Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
  • Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
  • Supervised small reading groups of students.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
  • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
  • Supervised test taking and graded papers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals
  • Created tools for instruction and behavioral support
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind
  • Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement
  • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading

Classroom Teacher

Harmony School Of Innovation Laredo
08.2014 - 05.2020
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Used Skyward to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
08.2011

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Self-Motivated
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Training and Development
  • Active Listening
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Google Workspace
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Critical Thinking
  • MS Office
  • Software Proficiency
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management

Accomplishments

Contributions/Accomplishments 2022-2025

  • Swim & Dive Assistant Varsity Coach
  • Lifeguard Certificate
  • Lifeguard Instructor Certificate
  • CPR/AED Professional Certification
  • Reading Academic Certificate
  • Teacher Mentor
  • Sunshine Committee President
  • Discipline Committee Member
  • Student Culture Member
  • Lexia Pilot Program volunteer (Reading Intervention)
  • Accelerated Reader/ Library Sponsor

Certification

  • Certified Early Childhood - 4th Grade
  • Certified English as a Second Language
  • Certified Reading Academy
  • Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
  • Health EC-12
  • Special Education EC-12


Timeline

Special Education/Resource English I Teacher

United Independent School District
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Swim & Dive Varsity Coach

United Independent School District
08.2023 - Current

Reading Intervention Teacher

Harmony School Of Innovation Laredo
08.2014 - 05.2023

Classroom Teacher

Harmony School Of Innovation Laredo
08.2014 - 05.2020

Kinder Teacher

Laredo Independent School District

Reading Interventionist 3rd Grade

Laredo Independent School District

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M International University
Gabriela San Miguel