Odaliz Barros
Midland
Summary
Dedicated bilingual educator with over 11 years of experience in elementary education. Passionate about student success, academic equity, and teacher development. Currently serving as a Multi-Classroom Leader, coaching teachers and driving instructional improvement. Known for creating engaging learning environments, building strong student relationships, and supporting English Learners through effective transition strategies. Two-time Teacher of the Year award recipient.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher & Multi-Classroom Leader (Monolingual and Bilingual)
De Zavala Elementary, Midland, TX
01.2016 - Current
- Develop and implement innovative strategies to enhance content retention and engagement.
- Prepare students for STAAR assessments.
- Provide academic and language support to ESL students, including those newly arrived to the United States.
- Act as teacher leader and instructional coach on the math vertical team.
- Serve on the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC).
- Multi-Classroom Leader- lead PLCs and serve as coach for other math teachers (2021-present)
4th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Sam Houston Elementary, Midland, TX
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Taught self-contained bilingual classes, preparing students for state assessments in Reading, Math, and Science.
- Supported recent immigrants in transitioning academically and socially.
- Participated in LPAC to support English Learner services and accommodations.
Housing Inspector
Midland Housing Authorities
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure that housing units receiving Section 8 assistance met specific health and safety standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Spanish
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Bilingual Education
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
01.2011
Skills
- Developing Mathematical Thinking
- Positive and Safe Classroom Environment
- Instructional Coaching & Collaboration
- Strong Student Relationships
- Fast Learner & Adaptable
- Bilingual Support (English/Spanish)
- STAAR Preparation
- Motivational Leadership
Certification
- Generalist (4–8), Texas Education Agency — Expires 2029-10
- Bilingual Education Supplemental (EC–12) — Expires 2029-10
- Languages Other Than English – Spanish (EC–12) — Expires 2029-10
Awards
Teacher of the Year, 2018–2019, Teacher of the Year, 2023–2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher & Multi-Classroom Leader (Monolingual and Bilingual)
De Zavala Elementary, Midland, TX
01.2016 - Current
4th Grade Bilingual Teacher
Sam Houston Elementary, Midland, TX
01.2011 - 01.2013
Housing Inspector
Midland Housing Authorities
07.2010 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - Spanish
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Bilingual Education
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
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