Meraliz Calderon
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Knowledgeable Bilingual Teacher with 24 years of experience. I am an industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. I implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. I am trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. I consider myself a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teacher position.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-4 Dual-language Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
La Escuela Fratney (Fratney School)
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Knowledgeable Bilingual Teacher with 24 years of experience. I am an industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities.
- I implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success.
- I am trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
- I consider myself a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teacher position.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Improved student language skills by implementing immersive learning activities and interactive games.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child's performance and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs, employing a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on dual language education, staying up-to-date with current methodologies and pedagogical approaches.
- Mentored new dual language teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance throughout their first year of teaching.
- Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
- Organized extracurricular activities to educate students about principles of Hispanic culture and dance.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Social Studies Bilingual Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
South Division High School
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Monitored student progress in both Social Studies growth and Spanish and English fluency.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies specific to bilingual classrooms.
- Integrated authentic materials from target language cultures into lessons, promoting greater cultural awareness among students while enhancing their linguistic abilities.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance among all students by sharing insights from experiences as a bilingual educator.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Created dynamic curriculums to include all students needs and levels.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Participated in staff meetings to advocate for students of different backgrounds.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students by incorporating diverse texts and materials into the curriculum.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
- Utilized various assessment methods to track student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
K-5 and 4th Grade Substitute Teacher
Longfellow, MPS
Longfellow
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Adapted quickly to a variety of classroom environments, managing transitions smoothly while maintaining consistency in instruction and classroom culture.
- Delivered bilingual instruction across a range of subjects including Math, Science, and Language Arts, modifying content to meet diverse student needs.
- Employed scaffolding techniques to support English Language Learners (ELLs) in acquiring academic vocabulary and content knowledge.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments by incorporating SEL (Social Emotional Learning) strategies and culturally responsive teaching practices.
- Utilized digital tools and educational platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, Seesaw) to support remote and in-person learning, ensuring equitable access for all students.
- Maintained continuity of learning by closely following lesson plans left by classroom teachers while incorporating engaging, language-rich extensions.
- Assessed student understanding informally through questioning, quick writes, and exit tickets, adjusting instruction as needed in real time.
- Built positive relationships with students through consistent communication, empathy, and enthusiasm, contributing to a supportive and respectful learning atmosphere.
- Provided bilingual support during standardized testing periods, ensuring compliance with accommodations for ELL students.
- Acted as a liaison between Spanish-speaking families and school staff, facilitating clear communication and supporting family engagement in school events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Teacher Education
University of Puerto Rico
06.2008
Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Safety Protocols
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive Learning Environment
- Google Classroom
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Collaborative Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Spanish and English Fluency
- Standardized Testing
- Student Motivation
- Special Needs Students
- Individualized Learning
- Project-based learning
- Classroom Management
- Multilingual Education
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Technology Integration
- Teaching strategies
- Peer Collaboration
Certification
- Teacher Provisional License History (4-12)
- Substitute Diploma
- Licensed Social Studies and History Teacher
- Bachelor of Arts: Social Studies Teacher Education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
K-5 and 4th Grade Substitute Teacher
Longfellow, MPS
10.2024 - 06.2025
Social Studies Bilingual Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.2019 - 05.2024
K-4 Dual-language Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Teacher Education
University of Puerto Rico