Marisela Woods
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Dynamic ESL Itinerant Teacher at Valley View School District 365U, skilled in instructional design and cultural awareness. Enhanced student engagement through interactive methods and differentiated instruction. Collaborated effectively with colleagues, fostering a supportive learning environment. Achieved improved academic performance by integrating data-driven strategies and personalized support, ensuring success for diverse learners.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Itinerant Teacher
Valley View School District 365U
10.2012 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
One-on-One Paraprofessional
Valley View School District 365U
09.2004 - 05.2011
- Assisted students with individualized learning plans to enhance academic performance.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and implement effective instructional strategies.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback to support educational goals.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff to optimize student success.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction With ESL Endorsement
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN01-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Middle School Endorsement
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2012
Skills
- Instructional design
- Cultural awareness
- Language acquisition expertise
- Educational assistance
- Targeted support for small groups and individuals
- Differentiated instruction
- Teacher collaboration and guidance
- Instructional support
- Test proctoring
- Cooperative educational practices
- Engaging team presentations
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ESL Itinerant Teacher
Valley View School District 365U
10.2012 - Current
One-on-One Paraprofessional
Valley View School District 365U
09.2004 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction With ESL Endorsement
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Middle School Endorsement
National Louis University