Marco Puente Rodriguez
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated Social Studies teacher with experience in secondary education. Proven success in exceeding academic goals and fostering engaging learning environments. Fluent in Spanish and skilled in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and student engagement. Seeking a teaching position in Social Studies or Spanish to inspire critical thinking and a love for learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Texas Studies Teacher
W.H. Gaston Middle School, Dallas ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Led 7th-grade social studies team, creating unit DOLs and aligned lessons
- Collaborated with vertical alignment to achieve school social studies targets
- Implemented cross-curricular projects with the ELAR department
- Sponsored the school newspaper and board game clubs
- Exceeded district ACP examination results average
Texas Studies Teacher
Young Women’s STEAM Academy, Dallas ISD
12.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and delivered TEKS-aligned lessons
- Applied strategies for diverse learning styles (ELL, SPED)
- Surpassed district ACP examination results by 40%
- Coached the 7th grade Academic Pentathlon team
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas At Dallas
Dallas, TXSkills
- Curriculum Development: Expertise in designing and implementing engaging and effective lesson plans
- Differentiated Instruction: Skilled in adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, including ELL and SPED students
- Student Engagement: Proven ability to foster a positive and interactive classroom environment
- Technology Integration: Proficient in using educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences
Certification
- Social Studies (7-12)
- History (7-12)
- Spanish LOTE (Pending Exam)
Professional Development
Humanities Texas Teacher Summer Institutes-These programs enhance student learning by providing teachers the opportunity to work closely with humanities scholars and explore topics at the heart of the state’s social studies and language arts curricula.
- 2022 (Lubbock,TX)
- 2023 (Austin, TX)
- 2024 (Austin, TX)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Texas Studies Teacher
W.H. Gaston Middle School, Dallas ISD
08.2023 - Current
Texas Studies Teacher
Young Women’s STEAM Academy, Dallas ISD
12.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas At Dallas
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