MARIA MCFERRIN
Magnolia,Texas
Summary
Results-oriented educator with over 24 years of experience in bilingual education. Expertise in root-cause analysis, documentation management, and collaboration to drive student engagement and improve instructional strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification Bilingual/ESL/SelfContained
Work History
Dislexia Instructor for Spanish speakers/ ESL/Eng.
ALDINE ISD
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends, driving targeted interventions for academic success initiatives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Led professional development sessions for faculty, introducing innovative teaching tools and methodologies.
Bilingual Teacher English/Spanish
ALDINE ISD Francis Elem. Bethune Academy,Smith Academy, Ermel Elem
08.2001 - 06.2025
- Taught PK Eng/ Sp, KG,
- Followed the Districts curriculum programs for Reading/ Lectura, Math, Science and Social Studies
- Dyslexia teacher training AldineISD
- Created inclusive classroom environments fostering respect for cultural diversity.
- Facilitated engaging lessons using interactive teaching methods and technology integration.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development and academic success.
- Implemented school-wide initiatives to promote literacy and language proficiency across grade levels.
- Analyzed educational data to drive improvements in student outcomes and instructional practices.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Monitored student progress in both [Subject] growth and [Language] fluency.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
- Integrated authentic materials from target language cultures into lessons, promoting greater cultural awareness among students while enhancing their linguistic abilities.
- Increased students' understanding of [Language] through teaching in various languages.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
Response To Intervention (RTI) Reading English Spa
ALDINE ISD Francis Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Dyslexia training English / Spanish
Bilingual Teacher 5th Grade
HOUSTON ISD
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Develop engaging lessons making sure they covered the TEKS .
- Analyzed educational outcomes to drive improvements in teaching methodologies and student performance.
- Assigned homework in multiple languages.
- Addressed individual learning needs through differentiated instruction, leading to higher student achievement levels.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students by incorporating diverse texts and materials into the curriculum.
- Utilized various assessment methods to track student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Improved language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage diverse student populations effectively.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments, promoting peer interaction and support among students.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods to meet individual needs.
Bilingual Skills Specialist
ALDINE ISD Spence Elem.
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Kept state required students info.
- Evaluate students with home language other than English to enter in special programs.
- Monitored the students progress in the bilingual program and English as a second language program.
- Monitor Students' academics after living the programs.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance instructional strategies and improve student engagement.
- Trained staff on effective classroom management techniques and behavior intervention strategies (New teachers).
- Analyzed student data to identify areas for academic improvement and support interventions.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives enhancing operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Collaborated with leadership to define strategic priorities and set measurable goals for success.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff proficiency and productivity.
- Improved team collaboration by initiating regular strategy meetings.
- Participated in training sessions to improve knowledge of educational technologies and methodologies.
- Supported teachers in implementing instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assisted in developing and maintaining educational resources for classroom use.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Certification PK-6th Bil/ESL/Self Contain
Saint Thomas Unversity
Houston, TX08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Biochemstry Engenering
Instituto Technologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Monterrey N.L. Mx/ Guaymas, Son. Mx06-1982
High School Diploma -
Instituto Technologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
Saltillo, Coahuila MX06-1978
Skills
- Root-cause analysis
- Coaching and mentoring
- Expert problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Documentation management
Accomplishments
Manage the evaluations of 700 plus English Learning students to enter different programs, monitor their progress and evaluate their placement.
Manage the paperwork and state data base info of 700 plus students.
Manage and train teachers for the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee, a mandatory school district group in Texas for identifying, placing, and monitoring English learner (EL) students.
The LPAC meets to review student data, determine if a student qualifies as an English learner, decide on testing accommodations (e.g., STAAR or TELPAS), and reclassify students who have met proficiency criteria.
Certification
- Bilingual Education Supplemental - Spanish 06/01/2026
05/31/2032 Valid Grades (PK-6)
Early Childhood Education 06/01/2026
05/31/2032 Valid Grades (PK-KG)
Elementary Self-Contained 06/01/2026
05/31/2032 Valid Grades (1-6)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Response To Intervention (RTI) Reading English Spa
ALDINE ISD Francis Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2014
Bilingual Teacher 5th Grade
HOUSTON ISD
08.2007 - 06.2008
Bilingual Skills Specialist
ALDINE ISD Spence Elem.
08.2005 - 06.2007
Bilingual Teacher English/Spanish
ALDINE ISD Francis Elem. Bethune Academy,Smith Academy, Ermel Elem
08.2001 - 06.2025
Dislexia Instructor for Spanish speakers/ ESL/Eng.
ALDINE ISD
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Certification PK-6th Bil/ESL/Self Contain
Saint Thomas Unversity
Bachelor of Science - Biochemstry Engenering
Instituto Technologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey
High School Diploma -
Instituto Technologico Y De Estudios Superiores De Monterrey