Marlene Ortiz
Educator
Westlake,FL
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader and multilingual learner specialist with over seven years of experience in enhancing K-5 instructional systems through data-driven interventions, curriculum alignment, and collaborative coaching practices. Proven expertise in facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), coordinating assessments, and implementing Tier 1 and Tier 2 supports to elevate student achievement. A strong track record of accelerating academic growth for multilingual learners through strategic progress monitoring and targeted instructional support demonstrates a commitment to educational excellence. Currently pursuing a Master's in Curriculum & Instruction to further refine skills in instructional leadership and curriculum design, aiming to foster teacher capacity and positively impact student outcomes across diverse classrooms.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Teacher Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
Palm Beach County, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained instructional continuity across K-12 classrooms while upholding school-wide routines and expectations, creating a stable learning environment.
- Implement teacher-provided lesson plans and adapt instruction to support diverse learners, including multilingual students.
- Collaborate with school staff to support positive classroom management and student engagement.
ESOL Teacher
Loxahatchee Groves Elementary
Palm Beach County, FL
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Implemented push-in and pull-out language support aligned to district curriculum and WIDA standards to strengthen access to grade-level instruction.
- Developed lesson plans and resources in partnership with 3 teachers weekly, integrating language objectives into 80% of core instruction within grade-level curriculum, enhancing student access.
- Monitored student growth through formative assessment and targeted interventions.
ESOL Coordinator / 3rd Grade Teacher
Seminole Trails Elementary
Palm Beach County, FL
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Achieved 84% academic growth among ELL students through data-driven intervention.
- Led professional development on instructional differentiation and ELL compliance.
- Coordinated schoolwide assessment processes and supported instructional improvement planning.
Team Leader / ESOL Teacher
U.B. Kinsey Elementary
Palm Beach County, FL
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Facilitated weekly grade collaboration meetings, guiding teachers in data analysis, instructional planning, and differentiated support for multilingual learners.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies that supported academic growth for K–5 multilingual learners across small‑group and whole‑group settings.
- Led family engagement efforts, coordinating monthly outreach events that improved communication and participation among multilingual families.
Education
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2027
Leadership Certificate -
South Eastern University
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05-2025
B.A. - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO12-2014
Skills
- Instructional Support
- Curriculum Alignment
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- Academic Intervention
- PLC Facilitation
- Assessment Coordination
Certification
- Elementary Education K-6
- ESOL Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- Clinical Educator
- WIDA/ACCESS
- SPIRE
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
01.2025 - Current
ESOL Teacher
Loxahatchee Groves Elementary
08.2023 - 08.2025
ESOL Coordinator / 3rd Grade Teacher
Seminole Trails Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2023
Team Leader / ESOL Teacher
U.B. Kinsey Elementary
08.2018 - 08.2021
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction
Western Governors University
Leadership Certificate -
South Eastern University
B.A. - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Executive Strengths
- Instructional Support
- Curriculum Alignment
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- Academic Intervention
- PLC Facilitation
- Assessment Coordination
Leadership Highlights
Instructional Leadership
- Coached K–5 teachers during PLCs to strengthen instructional consistency and WIDA‑aligned lesson delivery.
- Supported teachers with lesson planning, data analysis, and evidence‑based instructional practices.
- Provided instructional support and classroom coverage across grade levels.
Program Coordination
- Coordinated WIDA, ACCESS, and FAST testing with full compliance.
- Developed individualized language acquisition plans aligned to WIDA standards.
- Supported SEL initiatives and family engagement programs.
Professional Development
- Delivered workshops and training sessions, including TeacherFest for 850+ new hires.
- Facilitated ESOL endorsement coursework and eLearning modules.
- Led PD on ELL differentiation, literacy strategies, and instructional best practices.
Data‑Driven Impact
- Achieved 84% academic growth for ELL students using targeted interventions and i‑Ready data.
- Implemented differentiated strategies that accelerated language and academic development.
- Used formative assessments to adjust instruction for multilingual learners.