Norma Alfaro
El Paso,TX
Summary
Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher for Prekinder - 5th Grade
Burnhamwood Charter Schools and Canutillo ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to teacher for reporting purposes.
WIN Academy Teacher 2nd through 4th Grade
Robert Rojas Elementary, Socorro ISD
06.2015 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Instructional Math Coach and Dual Lang. Teacher
El Paso Independent Sch District
01.2001 - 06.2015
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating real-life examples and problem-solving exercises in math lessons.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators, focusing on new approaches to teaching mathematics concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons, enhancing student engagement and retention of material.
- Facilitated cooperative learning activities that promoted collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Regularly reviewed and analyzed student performance data, using this information to inform targeted instructional interventions for individual learners.
- Implemented data-driven instruction methods, identifying areas of improvement and tailoring lesson plans accordingly.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that welcomed diverse learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities.
Education
Master of Arts Degree - K-12 School Administration
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Management/Human Resources
Park University
Fort Bliss, TX01.2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Relationship building and management
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- New Mexico Level One, K-8 Elementary
- Texas Principal, EC-12
- Texas Elementary Self-Contained, 1-6
- Texas Bilingual/ESL-Spanish, 1-6
- Trained in SIOP Strategies
- GT Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher for Prekinder - 5th Grade
Burnhamwood Charter Schools and Canutillo ISD
08.2023 - Current
WIN Academy Teacher 2nd through 4th Grade
Robert Rojas Elementary, Socorro ISD
06.2015 - 01.2021
Instructional Math Coach and Dual Lang. Teacher
El Paso Independent Sch District
01.2001 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Management/Human Resources
Park University
Master of Arts Degree - K-12 School Administration
New Mexico State University
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