LEILANI PORRAS
El Paso,TX
Summary
Results-driven education professional with experience tutoring and mentoring students during the school year, summer sessions, and academic intervention programs. Skilled in supporting classroom instruction, analyzing student needs, and delivering targeted academic assistance that promotes growth and confidence. Recognized for strong organizational skills, collaboration with educational teams, and a commitment to helping all students reach their full potential.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
College Student Tutor
SPC, Rafael Hernando Middle School
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered small-group instruction and intervention support to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Partnered with teachers to tailor learning strategies that address diverse student needs.
- Facilitated mini-lessons and taught concepts to deepen student comprehension and retention.
Snapology Instructor
Snapology
01.2023 - Current
- Created engaging STEM lessons leveraging LEGO building and coding activities to enhance student learning.
- Fostered critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and fine motor skills through interactive lessons.
- Collaborated with parents/guardians to communicate student progress and support learning objectives.
Student Teacher Resident
Socorro Middle School
12.2025 - 12.2026
- Designed and delivered TEKS-aligned Algebra instruction using data-driven practices.
- Developed and analyzed assessments and assignments to effectively monitor and enhance student growth.
- Implemented accommodations and modifications outlined in IEPs, RTI plans, 504, and other support programs.
- Engaged with parents to discuss academic progress and tailored interventions, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Participated in PLCs, DPLCs, Open House, Parent-Teacher Conferences, athletic events, and campus activities.
- Delivered targeted tutoring sessions during school year, breaks, and summer programs to promote Algebra mastery.
- Resident Teacher, 8th Grade Algebra | Socorro ISD | 12/2025-12/2026
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle Grades Mathematics & Science with ESL, Middle Grades Education/BIS
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2026
Skills
- TEKS-Aligned Lesson Planning
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Proficient in Eduphoria
- Small-Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Schoology
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Data-driven instruction
- Communication
Math/Science Secondary Teacher
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Certification
Texas Educator Certification - Mathematics/Science 4-8 (TExES 114) PASSED
Timeline
Student Teacher Resident
Socorro Middle School
12.2025 - 12.2026
College Student Tutor
SPC, Rafael Hernando Middle School
03.2024 - Current
Snapology Instructor
Snapology
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle Grades Mathematics & Science with ESL, Middle Grades Education/BIS
University of Texas at El Paso