Lilia Escalera
El Paso,TX
Summary
Results-driven educational leader with over twenty years of experience in early childhood education. Skilled in problem-solving, team leadership, and fostering collaboration among educators to improve curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Readiness Coach
Region 19 Head Start
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized coaching plans for educators to enhance instructional practices.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on early childhood education strategies and best practices.
- Collaborated with program leadership to assess educational needs and improve curriculum effectiveness.
- Mentored staff in classroom management techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for children.
Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
07.2015 - 05.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs.
- Assessed student progress regularly, utilizing data to inform instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to foster supportive learning environments.
Teacher Assistant
Region 19 Head Start
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Supported classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Facilitated small group instruction, promoting collaboration and peer learning among students.
- Prepared educational materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and objectives.
Daycare Director
Discovery Playschool Center
02.1999 - 09.2014
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with state licensing regulations and safety standards.
- Oversaw staff training programs, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Established strong communication channels with parents, enhancing community engagement and trust.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for all children.
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Education Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Centro De Actualizacion Magisterial
Cd. Juarez Chihuahua 06-1998
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University
El Paso Tx05-2014
Skills
- Effective communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Reliability
- Staff leadership
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Child development expertise
- Problem-solving
Timeline
School Readiness Coach
Region 19 Head Start
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Region 19 Head Start
07.2015 - 05.2019
Teacher Assistant
Region 19 Head Start
10.2014 - 05.2015
Daycare Director
Discovery Playschool Center
02.1999 - 09.2014
Master of Science - Education Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At El Paso
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Centro De Actualizacion Magisterial
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University