Oralia Avelar
Los Fresnos,TX
Summary
Bilingual Educator with substantial experience in devising and delivering both English and Spanish curriculum to diverse student populations. Strengths include adaptability to different learning styles, development of creative lesson plans, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Impacts made in previous roles include improved student engagement rates, promotion of cultural diversity, and heightened language proficiency among students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Writer
Los Fresnos CISD
Los Fresnos, TX
06.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create standards-based lesson plans.
- Assisted in the development of online courses and resources for students.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student learning objectives.
- Created instructional materials for a variety of subject areas.
- Developed, wrote, and edited K-12 curriculum materials.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to identify areas needing improvement.
- Participated in professional development activities related to curriculum writing.
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension.
- Met with vendors to check available curriculum plans and related materials supporting course objectives.
Bilingual Educator
Los Fresnos Consolidated School District
Los Fresnos, TX
08.2014 - Current
- Evaluated student performance data from standardized tests and designed strategies for improvement.
- Utilized various teaching methods including audio and visual aids, worksheets, games and songs to engage students.
- Developed assessments to measure student progress in learning Spanish.
- Conducted parent conferences to discuss student progress in learning Spanish.
- Tutored small groups of students needing extra assistance with their Spanish studies.
- Provided feedback on written assignments, tests and oral presentations in Spanish.
- Assisted English learners with developing their English language proficiency while maintaining their native language fluency.
- Encouraged student participation through pair work and individual projects.
- Implemented behavior management techniques that promoted positive interactions among students.
- Participated in school events such as Open House nights or Parent-Teacher Conferences.
- Attended professional development workshops related to bilingual education best practices.
- Created a supportive classroom environment that encouraged students to take risks with the language.
- Communicated with other teachers and parents about bilingual students needs.
- Adapted curriculums to fit bilingual classrooms and include all students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Bilingual Teacher
Brownsville ISD
Brownsville, TX
08.2001 - 05.2024
- Monitored student performance through assessments such as quizzes and tests.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet each student's needs and abilities within the guidelines set forth by the district's curricular program.
- Coordinated field trips designed to enhance classroom studies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress including attendance, grades, behavior reports, and other pertinent information.
- Assisted bilingual students with translation of English materials into Spanish when needed.
Education
Master of Science - Bilingual Education
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX12-2006
MBA - Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX05-1997
Skills
- Technology Integration
- Data Analysis
- Teacher observation
- Instructional Strategies
- Learning specialist
Timeline
Curriculum Writer
Los Fresnos CISD
06.2015 - Current
Bilingual Educator
Los Fresnos Consolidated School District
08.2014 - Current
Bilingual Teacher
Brownsville ISD
08.2001 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Bilingual Education
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
MBA - Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
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