Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

MELISSA PORTILLO

San Jose,CA

Summary

Seeking to contribute my skills, dedication, and passion for student growth to a teaching position at Thriving Minds. .

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Second Grade Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
San Jose, CA
08.2020 - Current
  • Plan and teach Common Core-aligned lessons across core content areas
  • Differentiate instruction to support English Learners and students with IEPs
  • Foster a classroom culture grounded in social-emotional learning and equity

Technology Skills Elective Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
San Jose, CA
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Developed and implemented tech curriculum for grades K-4
  • Led small-group instruction for ELD students in math and ELA
  • Attended PD workshops to deepen instructional tech integration

Recreational Preschool Teacher / Leader

City of San Jose
San Jose, CA
06.2013 - 01.2020
  • Designed and delivered preschool curriculum aligned with CA standards
  • Promoted creativity through art, movement, and SEL activities

Substitute Teacher

Franklin-McKinley School District
San Jose, CA
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Delivered high-quality instruction aligned with teacher plans
  • Maintained positive learning environments across multiple grade levels

After-School Instructor

PRIDE-U
San Jose, CA
08.2014 - 06.2018
  • Supervised homework and enrichment activities for 30 students
  • Taught cheer, dance, yoga, and sports-based programming

Dance & Art Elective Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
San Jose, CA
08.2014 - 01.2016
  • Created and taught standards-based art and dance lessons
  • Supported students with vocabulary, comprehension, and reading skills

After-School Instructor

Catholic Charities (CORAL)
San Jose, CA
12.2011 - 06.2014
  • Led literacy support and one-on-one reading interventions
  • Planned engaging clubs and enrichment activities
  • Collaborated with families, teachers, and staff to support student growth

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
12.2017

Skills

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Content alignment
  • Instructional strategies
  • ELD support
  • Small group facilitation
  • Classroom management
  • Educational technology

References

  • Jin Yun, Principal, Alpha: Blanca Alvarado, jyun@alphapublicschools.org, (408) 300-8926
  • Rhonda Vargas, Specialist, City of San Jose, rhonda.vargas@sanjoseca.gov, (408) 914-8140

Timeline

Second Grade Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
08.2020 - Current

Technology Skills Elective Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
08.2019 - 06.2020

Substitute Teacher

Franklin-McKinley School District
08.2018 - 06.2019

After-School Instructor

PRIDE-U
08.2014 - 06.2018

Dance & Art Elective Teacher

Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
08.2014 - 01.2016

Recreational Preschool Teacher / Leader

City of San Jose
06.2013 - 01.2020

After-School Instructor

Catholic Charities (CORAL)
12.2011 - 06.2014

Master of Arts - Education

Santa Clara University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

San Jose State University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE