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Marina Carrillo

Marina Carrillo

Pleasanton,CA

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Kindergarten Bilingual Teacher with over 14 years of teaching in both Spanish- and English-speaking educational systems, including international and public school settings. Skilled in designing and delivering developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based instruction that supports bilingualism, biliteracy, and whole-child development. Experienced in implementing the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), with a strong understanding of transdisciplinary learning, student agency, and global citizenship. In-depth knowledge of early childhood pedagogy through work in both Latin American schools and the public school system in Oakland, California, where culturally responsive teaching and equity-driven practices were essential. Committed to fostering nurturing, inclusive, and academically rich environments where young learners thrive socially, emotionally, and linguistically.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

Oakland Unified Schools
Oakland, CA
02.2021 - Current
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Deliver instruction in both Spanish and English, aligned with California State Standards and district curriculum (e.g., Eureka Math2, Benchmark Adelante).
  • Implement developmentally appropriate activities that support language acquisition, literacy development, math readiness, and social-emotional learning.
  • Plan and differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners, including emerging bilinguals, students with IEPs, and those at different levels of readiness.
  • Use the Modern Classrooms Project (MCP) or other student-centered instructional models, when applicable, to foster self-paced and mastery-based learning.
  • Assess and monitor student progress using both formative and summative assessments; provide timely feedback to students and families.
  • Build strong classroom community rooted in culturally responsive practices, positive behavior supports, and restorative approaches.
  • Collaborate with grade-level teams, bilingual program coordinators, and support staff.
  • Engage families in their child’s education through bilingual communication, conferences, and classroom events.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Participate in professional development, coaching, and district initiatives to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

Instituto Alexander Bain
Mexico, ME
06.2020 - 03.2021
  • Design and deliver developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based learning experiences that align with the IB PYP framework, including transdisciplinary themes and key concepts.
  • Support children’s natural curiosity through play, exploration, and purposeful inquiry, building critical early skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development.
  • Foster international mindedness by modeling and promoting the IB Learner Profile attributes and PYP Approaches to Learning (ATL).
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and reflect on Units of Inquiry that integrate subject areas and promote student agency.
  • Use ongoing observations and documentation to assess student learning and inform instructional planning.
  • Maintain student portfolios and prepare students for student-led conferences, exhibitions, and celebrations of learning.
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues through effective communication and inclusive practices.
  • Participate actively in PYP planning meetings, professional development, and whole-school IB initiatives.
  • Reflect regularly on teaching practices and engage in continuous growth as a PYP educator.

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL
Oakland, CA
07.2014 - 07.2019
  • Design and deliver student-centered, inquiry-based learning experiences aligned with the IB PYP framework and California early learning standards.
  • Teach all core content areas (literacy, numeracy, social studies, science, SEL) primarily in Spanish, promoting Spanish language acquisition and biliteracy.
  • Co-plan transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry that promote conceptual understanding and integrate the IB Learner Profile, key concepts, and Approaches to Learning (ATLs).
  • Foster a classroom culture rooted in international mindedness, respect for diversity, and restorative community-building practices.
  • Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and maintain student learning portfolios for reflection and conferences.
  • Communicate regularly with families in Spanish and English to support learning at home and build strong school-family partnerships.
  • Collaborate with the Early Years and PYP team, including co-teachers, specialists, and learning support staff, to meet the diverse needs of all students.
  • Participate in IB PYP professional development, curriculum meetings, and school events that promote the mission and vision of EBI.
  • Reflect on teaching practice and contribute to ongoing program development and innovation within the PYP framework.

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

INSTITUTO ALEXANDER BAIN
Mexico, ME
02.2011 - 07.2014
  • Design and deliver developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based learning experiences that align with the IB PYP framework, including transdisciplinary themes and key concepts.
  • Support children’s natural curiosity through play, exploration, and purposeful inquiry, building critical early skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development.
  • Foster international mindedness by modeling and promoting the IB Learner Profile attributes and PYP Approaches to Learning (ATL).
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and reflect on Units of Inquiry that integrate subject areas and promote student agency.
  • Use ongoing observations and documentation to assess student learning and inform instructional planning.
  • Maintain student portfolios and prepare students for student-led conferences, exhibitions, and celebrations of learning.
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues through effective communication and inclusive practices.
  • Participate actively in PYP planning meetings, professional development, and whole-school IB initiatives.
  • Reflect regularly on teaching practices and engage in continuous growth as a PYP educator.

English Tutor

Centro De Educación Continua ITESI
Mexico, ME
02.2012 - 08.2013
  • Plan and teach interactive English lessons appropriate to the age, proficiency level, and learning objectives of each group (kids, teens, adults).
  • Use a variety of teaching methods, including communicative approaches, task-based learning, games, projects, and technology-enhanced instruction.
  • Create a positive, inclusive, and motivating learning environment that fosters participation and respect.
  • Adapt curriculum content, materials, and pace based on students’ language levels (beginner to advanced).
  • Assess student progress using formative and summative tools, and provide constructive feedback.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and learning goals.
  • Communicate effectively with students and, when applicable, with parents or guardians.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and participate in staff meetings, training, and program development.
  • Stay updated on best practices in English language teaching, language learning trends, and school policies.
  • Support or lead extra-curricular English language activities, clubs, or cultural events when appropriate.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

ESCUELA NORMAL OFICIAL DE IRAPUATO
IRAPUATO, MEXICO
11-2010

Skills

  • Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written)
  • Dual-language literacy instruction
  • Knowledge of the best practices for Early Childhood Education
  • Able to promote a play-based and inquiry-based learning
  • Able to foster early literacy and numeracy development and a strong phonics and emergent reading instruction
  • Knowledgeable of Social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies
    • Curriculum & Instruction
  • Able to plan learning experiences with differentiation ina Bilingual and multicultural curriculum environment
  • Knowledge of early learning standards and benchmarks
  • Knowledge of the Transdisciplinary teaching and the student-centered and culturally responsive instruction
  • Able to promote a culturally inclusive classroom environment
  • Knowledge of the appropriate restorative practices for early learners
  • Knowledge of the formative and summative assessment practices, Student portfolio creation and management, Anecdotal records and observations and the progress monitoring and data-informed instruction
  • Able to manage digital tools for early learners (eg, Seesaw, ClassDojo)
  • Able to create a clear Learning Management Systems (LMS) for primary grades
  • Co-teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Support family communication and engagement in both languages
  • Reflective teaching practice
  • Participation in professional development
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion
  • Team player with a growth mindset

Certification

- Responsive Classroom -Approach

-Responding to Misbehavior -Lucy Calkins Literacy PrograM

-Heggerty Phonics Instruction

-Bridges The Math Learning Center

-NAIS People of Color

Conference

-Amco Learning Program

-Evaluation in early childhood (International Baccalaureate program)

- Apple teacher

-Be Glad (language acquisition training.

-Work violence course (prevention and awareness)

-Sexual Harassment course

-Child Abuse and Neglect course

-Cybersecurity course

-IPM for teachers

-Nevada National Board Certification (on going).

- English Learner Added Authorization (CLAD) Through CTEL

-Modern Classrooms Project Educator

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

Oakland Unified Schools
02.2021 - Current

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

Instituto Alexander Bain
06.2020 - 03.2021

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL
07.2014 - 07.2019

English Tutor

Centro De Educación Continua ITESI
02.2012 - 08.2013

Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher

INSTITUTO ALEXANDER BAIN
02.2011 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Science - Education

ESCUELA NORMAL OFICIAL DE IRAPUATO