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MELISSA GALAVIZ

Mission,Texas

Summary

Skilled elementary educator with a specialization in bilingual education and a strong focus on improving student performance through data-driven decisions. Adept at early literacy, mathematics, and child learning theories. Collaborative with students, staff, parents, and administrators to establish bilingual practices through a bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate pedagogy. Committed to the continuous improvement of early childhood programs and practices.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Strategist

Sharyland ISD
10.2016 - Current
  • Collaborate with bilingual teachers, dyslexia committees, campus, and central office administrators to enhance instructional practices based on early literacy, child development theories, and in accordance to our district bilingual model and Texas Chapter 89
  • Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching, modeling, and feedback to support Emergent Bilingual students
  • Monitor bilingual data to assess language acquisition, points of transition, progress measure on all TELPAS domains, exiting criteria, and further guide instruction using reading assessments and progress monitoring tools
  • Instruct and address the needs of lower grade struggling Emergent Bilingual students to identify the bi-literacy needs for academic growth
  • Oversee language enrichment programs, ensuring alignment with Pre-K guidelines, TEKS, and ELPS
  • Assist with curriculum writing, Spanish translations, and embed content and language supports as needed for district Data Point Assessments and Benchmarks
  • Assist with state assessment administrations
  • Foster effective communication and collaboration with parents and community stakeholders to support early childhood education initiatives
  • Saturday TELPAS Academies
  • UIL — Art Smart
  • Teacher of The Year (2018-19)

English Language Learner Inclusion Teacher (ELLIT)

Sharyland ISD
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Co-taught to develop academic language in bilingual and recent immigrant students, focusing on developmentally appropriate practices (PK-6th)
  • Assisted in data-driven decision-making for Emergent Bilingual students through progress monitoring of TELPAS, PRE-LAS, STAAR, STAAR JR, Circle, and TPRI assessments
  • Collaborated with administrative personnel to implement effective teaching strategies and interventions for diverse learners
  • Mentor Teacher (2015 - 2016)
  • Cheer Coach (2013-2016)

Kinder Bilingual Teacher, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2010 - 05.2014
  • Developed and implemented a self-contained bilingual curriculum, utilizing phonics, phonological awareness, and vocabulary development strategies
  • Conducted progress monitoring through various assessments, ensuring alignment with early literacy standards and guidelines
  • Served as Department Chair and curriculum writer, contributing to early childhood program enhancement and development
  • UIL - Storytelling (4 years)
  • Teacher of the Year (2013 - 2014)

1st Grade Teacher, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2009 - 05.2010
  • Self-contained - administered assessments and monitored progress through the use of LAS Links, TPRI, STAAR Jr, district benchmarks, and TELPAS for early literacy and mathematics in order to ensure academic success for all students
  • UIL - Storytelling

Resource Instructional Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2006 - 05.2009
  • Supported students with special learning needs through individualized instruction and modification of content areas.

Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2005 - 05.2006
  • Assisted in the development of early childhood activities that foster a love for learning and foundational skills in literacy and numeracy.

Library Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
10.2003 - 05.2005
  • Assisted with literature and technology inventories
  • Aided staff and students with research programs, STAR AR, and technology for class or individualized lessons
  • Generated weekly reports on books, library equipment, and technology

Education

Masters of Science in Curriculum & Instruction - Specialization in Bilingual Education

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
12.2020

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - Minor in Bilingual Education

University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX
12.2016

High School Diploma -

Mission High School
Mission, TX
05.1999

Skills

  • Knowledge of early literacy, mathematics, and child learning theories
  • Effective organizational and presentation skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (bilingual in English/Spanish)
  • Ability to utilize technology for teaching and data analysis
  • Excellent time management skills to complete multiple projects simultaneously
  • Desire for self-reflection and continuous professional improvement

Certification

  • Early Childhood - 4th Grade
  • Minor Bilingual Education
  • Texas Reading Academies
  • Valid Texas Teacher Certificate in Early Childhood

Timeline

ESL Strategist

Sharyland ISD
10.2016 - Current

English Language Learner Inclusion Teacher (ELLIT)

Sharyland ISD
08.2014 - 10.2016

Kinder Bilingual Teacher, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2010 - 05.2014

1st Grade Teacher, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2009 - 05.2010

Resource Instructional Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2006 - 05.2009

Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
08.2005 - 05.2006

Library Aide, Olivero Garza Elementary

Sharyland ISD
10.2003 - 05.2005

Masters of Science in Curriculum & Instruction - Specialization in Bilingual Education

Texas A&M International University

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - Minor in Bilingual Education

University of Texas Pan American

High School Diploma -

Mission High School

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