Collaborative team builder and team player. Keen aptitude for problem solving, resource management and key decision-making through investigation and understanding of needs and conditions. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies with experience implementing new and innovative programs aimed at meeting the needs of diverse learners with equity and inclusion. Highly skilled at building lasting relationships with exceptional degree of emotional intelligence. Hardworking and passionate educational designer, coordinator and instructor with strong organizational skills ready to help team achieve its vision, mission and goals.
Hi, I’m
Luz E Parra
Learning Coordinator & Educational Designer
Rio Rico,AZ
Summary
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Rio Rico High School
Cima Vista Program Coordinator
07.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Serve as math tutor and academic advisor for students creating continuous and systematic improvements to individualize the student experience
- Build strong relationships with students by focusing on student-driven growth
- Monitor students' academic progress by analyzing reports from learning management system and utilize proactive strategies to re-engage students who need additional support
- Connect students to appropriate support services and follow up on outcomes
- Maintain all student academic and discipline records, transcripts, credit checks, graduation plans, progress reports, grade checks and meeting notes to track enrollment, retention, and graduation
- Assist graduating Seniors with their postsecondary plans to include college choices, scholarship searches, FAFSA support, college tours and career options
- Collaborate and maintain communication with other teachers, counselors, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Implement evaluation tools to measure program effectiveness, utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement
- Facilitate regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success
- Establish strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact
- Organize events and workshops to engage students and parents
Desert Shadows Middle School
Math Intervention and Math Enrichment Teacher
07.2014 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, behavior incidents, and other relevant data to ensure ongoing evaluation of student progress toward objectives
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities, group work and creative projects into the curriculum
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring equitable access to content for all students
- Motivated students through personalized attention, fostering a growth mindset and celebrating individual achievements
- Promoted a culture of inquiry within the classroom by encouraging students to ask questions, think critically and explore multiple perspectives on topics of study
- Designed and implemented STEM-focused activities to help students explore and develop interests
Rio Rico High School
Math Coach
07.2011 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Collaborated with colleagues in identifying issues, problem solving and setting individual professional development goals
- Trained teachers, parents, and students in interpretation and use of assessment data
- Served as liaison between school administration and math department, ensuring clear communication of goals and expectations
- Regularly reviewed and analyzed student performance data, using this information to inform targeted instructional interventions for individual learners
- Designed and utilized various formative assessments to gauge student comprehension throughout each unit of study with team teachers
- Mentored new math teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching techniques
- Organized schoolwide initiatives (e.g., Math Learning Lab and Reteach Program) aimed at improving overall academic performance while maintaining high standards for mathematical instruction
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results
Mexicayotl Academy
Thesis Researcher
11.2009 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Volunteer Family Science-Math Nights organizer
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders by effectively communicating research findings to diverse audiences (students, parents, teachers, University of Arizona pre-service teachers and administrators)
Cochise College
Math Instructor
01.2008 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Incorporated use of Hawkes Learning Systems computer technology to actively engage and accurately assess learning needs of individual students
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and creating a supportive atmosphere
- Assessed individual student progress regularly through formal exams or informal observations, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly to optimize learning outcomes
- Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum
Education
Prescott CollegePrescott
Master of Arts from Curriculum And Instruction in Mathematics
08.2009 - 2011.05
University Overview
Northern Arizona UniversityFlagstaff
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics Education
08.1994 - 1997.05
University Overview
Cochise CollegeDouglas
General Studies from Liberal Arts Curriculum
08.1993 - 1994.05
University Overview
Skills
Educational Programmatic Design
undefinedAccomplishments
Accomplishments
- Rio Rico High School's Teacher of the Year 2020
- Intel's 40 for 40 Teacher Grant recipient for "STEAMing for Inspiration" submission
Timeline
Cima Vista Program Coordinator
Rio Rico High School
07.2015 - Current
Math Intervention and Math Enrichment Teacher
Desert Shadows Middle School
07.2014 - 05.2015
Math Coach
Rio Rico High School
07.2011 - 05.2014
Thesis Researcher
Mexicayotl Academy
11.2009 - 05.2011
Prescott College
Master of Arts from Curriculum And Instruction in Mathematics
08.2009 - 2011.05
Math Instructor
Cochise College
01.2008 - 12.2009
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics Education
08.1994 - 1997.05
Cochise College
General Studies from Liberal Arts Curriculum
08.1993 - 1994.05
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