Maricela Contreras
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated Bilingual Teacher with a proven track record at Hibbard Elementary School, enhancing student engagement and achievement through innovative curriculum design and literacy development. Expert in peer collaboration and parent-teacher communication, I have significantly improved language proficiency and cultural understanding exceed educational standards. Knowledgeable Bilingual Teacher with twelve years of experience. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure teaching position. Ready to help team achieve the school's mission and vision.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual / Dual Teacher
Hibbard Elementary School
09.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Addressed individual learning needs through differentiated instruction, leading to higher student achievement levels.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- 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.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
Bilingual Teacher
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2018
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Bicultural Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12.2011
Skills
- Peer Collaborator
- Classroom Management
- Unit and Lesson Planning
- Technology Proficient
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Documentation and Reporting
Timeline
Bilingual / Dual Teacher
Hibbard Elementary School
09.2018 - Current
Bilingual Teacher
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Bicultural Education
Northeastern Illinois University
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