Lucy Jaimes
Columbia,SC
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated early childhood educator and Multilingual Learner Specialist (MLP) with a proven track record in designing data-driven, individualized instruction and fostering inclusive, language-rich classroom environments. Expert in leveraging assessment data to inform instructional decisions, developing collaborative lesson plans, and tailoring learning strategies for multilingual learners. Committed to promoting equity, cultural responsiveness, and academic excellence through strategic support and collaboration across instructional teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MLP Specialist
Richland School District One
Columbia, SC
08.2006 - Current
- Design and implement dynamic English language lesson plans that systematically enhance students’ reading, writing, listening, and speaking competencies through targeted, skill-integrated instruction.
- Deliver individualized and small-group instruction using scaffolding techniques—including modeling, guiding questions, sentence frames, and graphic organizers—to support students in mastering complex social, and academic language.
- Consult and coordinate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and instructional modifications in daily lessons
- Maintain comprehensive and accurate records for all multilingual learners, including screening results, proficiency levels, and individual student progress, adhering to district, state, and federal protocols.
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Colegio Mayor de Los Andes
Cajica, Colombia
08.2002 - 07.2006
- Developed engaging lesson plans for bilingual kindergarten students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Implemented teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance teaching methodologies and techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09-2025
Master of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Universidad Pedagogica Nacional
Bogota, Colombia05-1995
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Language arts instruction
- Lesson plan development
- Classroom management
- Assessment strategies
- Bilingual communication
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 2014-2015
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- English for Speakers of Other Languages English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Spanish
- Read to Succeed Literacy Teacher
Timeline
MLP Specialist
Richland School District One
08.2006 - Current
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Colegio Mayor de Los Andes
08.2002 - 07.2006
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Universidad Pedagogica Nacional
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