Maria Elena Valdes
Hialeah,Florida
Summary
Dedicated and passionate elementary teacher with a unique blend of creative skills and strong connections with students and parents. Committed to fostering an engaging and dynamic learning environment that caters to the individual needs of every child. Skilled in utilizing innovative teaching methods to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning. Seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact on young minds and contribute to their educational journey.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade
South Hialeah Elementary
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans
- Collected meaningful data through progress monitoring
- Tutored ESOL students in Reading before school
- Assisted the Music Teacher in The Lion King Production
Fourth Grade, Advanced Math Teacher, CCD Teacher
Saint David Catholic School
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Participated in Primary Learning Committee Meetings to establish pacing guides and curriculum alignment in all the elementary subjects
- Implemented Project Based Learning projects
- Used Accelerated Reader and Mathletics to monitor the students in Reading and Math
- Assessed and identified students for the Advanced Math Program
Elementary ESE Support Facilitator, 6th Grade Math, Third Grade Academy Class
Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School Central Campus
08.2007 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans
- Identified goals and collaborated with teachers at all grade levels to monitor student progress
- Provided the students with specialized instruction by using interventions such as Foundations, Phonics for Reading, Super QAR, Great Leaps, Quick Reads, Fast Track Reading
Kindergarten, Reading Resource, Second Grade, Fourth Grade
St. Mark Catholic School
08.1998 - 06.2006
- Enhanced student academic and social growth by using a blend of varied teaching strategies including whole group, small group, teacher modeling
- Incorporated reading groups and literature based stations into the reading block
- Prepared students to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion
First Grade and Second Grade
Hialeah Gardens Elementary
08.1994 - 06.1998
- Created a classroom environment that was stimulating and encouraging with many hands on activities
- Instilled a love for reading by providing a classroom library, literacy activities, poetry notebooks, and guided reading
Fifth Grade
Ben Sheppard Annex
08.1990 - 06.1994
- Taught grade level appropriate curriculum and lead class instruction in all basic areas: reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
- Maintained classroom management by providing clear rules, rewards, and consequences
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
12.1991
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
12.1989
Skills
- Classroom Behavior Management
- Customized Learning Plans
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Effective Technology Integration
- Curriculum Design
- Effective Communication Skills
Certification
Elementary Education, 1-6, State of Florida Department of Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Endorsement, Exceptional Student Education, K-12, 07/01/21, 06/30/26
Honors And Professional Development
Teacher of the Year Award, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School, 2008-2009, Small Group Reading Instruction, Elementary Writing, Writing Quality Individual Educational Plans, Interventions That Work, Fundations for ESE Teachers, Functional Behavior Assessment, Positive Behavior and Academic Strategies for Student Success
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Second Grade
South Hialeah Elementary
09.2023 - Current
Fourth Grade, Advanced Math Teacher, CCD Teacher
Saint David Catholic School
08.2014 - 06.2023
Elementary ESE Support Facilitator, 6th Grade Math, Third Grade Academy Class
Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School Central Campus
08.2007 - 06.2014
Kindergarten, Reading Resource, Second Grade, Fourth Grade
St. Mark Catholic School
08.1998 - 06.2006
First Grade and Second Grade
Hialeah Gardens Elementary
08.1994 - 06.1998
Fifth Grade
Ben Sheppard Annex
08.1990 - 06.1994
Elementary Education, 1-6, State of Florida Department of Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Endorsement, Exceptional Student Education, K-12, 07/01/21, 06/30/26
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
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