Mary Teresa Rosales
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas,TX
2
Languages
27
years of professional experience
Dynamic bilingual teacher with a strong background in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and student engagement. Committed to fostering cultural awareness and developing impactful bilingual curriculum to enhance language acquisition.
Work History
Bilingual Teacher
16 Years- Developed and implemented bilingual curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance language acquisition and cultural awareness.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to tailor instruction effectively.
- Supported students with special learning or behavioral needs.
- Encouraged student participation and engagement in learning.
- Communicated with teachers and staff regarding student progress.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create a supportive learning environment for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
- Improved language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and real-world examples in lessons.
Teacher Assistant
20 Years 4 Months- Collaborated with educators to implement individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support to enhance academic achievement.
- Assisted in managing classroom behavior, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Supported classroom instruction by preparing educational materials and resources for teachers.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting engagement and participation among students.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student understanding and inform instructional practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Increased student engagement with dynamic lesson plans designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Language proficiency
Literacy development
Bilingual teaching methods
Digital learning tools
Individualized learning
Differentiated instruction
Co-teaching
Technology integration
Classroom management
Peer collaboration
Collaborative teaching
Student motivation and engagement
Cultural awareness
Social-emotional learning
Accomplishments
Worked with the reading program, Catch Up and Read to enhance student reading skills for the STAAR test.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
08.2010 - CurrentRead More
Teacher Assistant
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
04.1999 - 08.2019Read More
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education
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