Natalia Urdaneta
Palmetto Bay,FL
Summary
Charismatic and dependable teacher with 23 years of experience delivering educational instruction to various levels of learners. Committed to providing students with necessary tools to achieve academic goals and instilling love of learning. Adept in application of excellent communication and problem solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
Johnnie M. Parris Colonial Drive Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- STEAM Liaison and Math Liaison
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student science and math rates by implementing targeted science and math strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously reflected on teaching practices through professional development opportunities, incorporating new ideas into lessons to improve effectiveness.
Elementary Teacher, 3rd and 5th Grade
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher, K, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Charles R. Hadley Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2021
Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten
Highland Elementary School
12.2001 - 06.2005
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLCertification in Elementary Education K-6
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLSkills
- Technological Instruction and Integration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Instructional Best Practices
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teamwork
- Innovative Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
- Designed and conducted a professional development for staff on Differentiated Instruction.
- Designed and conducted a professional development to introduce STEAM Efforts for 2023-2024 school year.
- Instructed teachers on how to utilize current MDCPS online curriculum.
- Promote student usage of online technology: Schoology, EduSmart, Discovery Education, Gizmos, IXL, I-Ready, Reflex Math and Office 360.
- Spearheaded school-wide Presidential Mock Elections in 2016 and 2020.
- Organized staff community outreach in support of S. FL Foster and Adoptive Parent Association, Toys for Tots, and Autism Speaks.
- Completed course with MIndful Kids Miami and instructed staff on implementation of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Habits of Mind for students.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
Johnnie M. Parris Colonial Drive Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 3rd and 5th Grade
Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher, K, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Charles R. Hadley Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2021
Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten
Highland Elementary School
12.2001 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Florida Atlantic University
Certification in Elementary Education K-6
Florida Atlantic University
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