Monica Albano
1207 Triple Rail Turn , Newark,DE
Summary
Professional educator ready to make significant impact in elementary school setting. Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans, foster positive learning environment, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Collaborative team player focused on achieving educational goals and enhancing student outcomes. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Related Arts Teacher
Brick Mill Elementary
Middletown, DE
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods to tailor instruction effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching practices and share innovative educational resources.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted student development and community involvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Substitute teacher K-12
Appoquinimink School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided real world experiences that supported the curriculum
- Developed and delivered lessons
- Used effective communications skills
- Used technology to strengthen the learning process
- Used appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and materials that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
Teacher Aid for PreK 3
Caravel Academy
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided real world experiences that supported the curriculum
- Developed and delivered lessons
- Used effective communications skills
- Used technology to strengthen the learning process
- Used appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and materials that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
Substitute Teacher for Colonial and Christina School District - K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
03.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided real world experiences that supported the curriculum
- Developed and delivered lessons
- Used effective communications skills
- Used technology to strengthen the learning process
- Used appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and materials that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
Bilingual Teacher, Fifth grade
Berkman Elementary, Round Rock ISD
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with staff and other district organizations
- Attended professional development to enhance student and teacher achievement
- Provided real world experiences that supported the curriculum
- Developed and delivered lessons
- Conducted ongoing assessments of student achievement through informal and formal testing
- Used effective communications skills
Optician
Wal-Mart Vision Center, Austin, Texas
Austin, Texas
06.2007 - 05.2012
- Provide exceptional customer service skills
- Fill Doctor prescriptions for contacts and glasses
- Use mathematical and science skills to adjust and repair frames
- Frequently fax and answer phone calls
Apprentice Teacher, Kindergarten
Hart Elementary, Austin ISD
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Took full responsibility and control over classroom for two week period (total teach)
- Developed and taught thematic units to enhance student involvement and participation
- Wrote and shared lesson plans with the Kindergarten team in Spanish and English
- Taught TEKS based lesson plans daily in all subject areas
- Modified lessons and assignments daily to suit the needs of English Language Learners
- Participated in Parent Teacher Conferences and other school events
- Attended all professional development opportunities throughout the semester
- Gained experience with Innovation Station and Grade Speed
Student Intern, Fifth grade
Barrington Elementary, Austin ISD
03.2010 - 05.2010
- Participated in monthly school programs that links home and school as partners in overall student development
- Participated in team planning meetings and assisted in the presentation of lessons
- Designed and implemented lessons incorporating cooperative learning activities and other student-directed learning
Student Intern, Kindergarten
Hart Elementary, Austin ISD
09.2009 - 11.2009
- Designed and implemented lessons incorporating cooperative learning activities
- Modified lessons to accommodate diverse student learning styles by incorporating visual materials, music and kinesthetic activities into lesson plans
- Assisted teacher with coordination of daily lesson plans and classroom activities in Spanish and English
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning and Development
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas12-2010
Skills
- Language: Fluent in speaking, writing and reading Spanish
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Cultural Dance Club facilitator
- Girl Scouts facilitator
- Girls on the Run facilitator
- Lead for Multicultural Night
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
Certification
- Bilingual Teacher (K-12th) - Continuing License
- 01/23/2021- 07/31/2031
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Activities and Honors
Multicultural Night Lead Planner (2022-Current), Girls on the Run Co-Lead (2023-Current), Girl Scouts Club teacher (2025-Current), Ballet Folklorico Dance Club teacher (2023-Current), Beats Awards (2024), Round Rock Teacher Leadership Academy (2013-2015), Capturing Kids Hearts (2012-2015), Dale Carnegie (2013-2015), Reading Rocks Reading Program (2014-2015), AISD Future Teacher Scholarship (2009-2010), Bilingual Education Student Organization (2006-2009), Lead Teacher (2013-2014)
Timeline
Spanish Related Arts Teacher
Brick Mill Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Substitute teacher K-12
Appoquinimink School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher Aid for PreK 3
Caravel Academy
09.2020 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher for Colonial and Christina School District - K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
03.2016 - 05.2020
Bilingual Teacher, Fifth grade
Berkman Elementary, Round Rock ISD
01.2012 - 01.2016
Apprentice Teacher, Kindergarten
Hart Elementary, Austin ISD
09.2010 - 11.2010
Student Intern, Fifth grade
Barrington Elementary, Austin ISD
03.2010 - 05.2010
Student Intern, Kindergarten
Hart Elementary, Austin ISD
09.2009 - 11.2009
Optician
Wal-Mart Vision Center, Austin, Texas
06.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning and Development
The University of Texas at Austin