Paloma Fraga

2nd grade class at Andrew Jackson Elementary School

• Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with state standards and school curriculum.
• Tailored lessons to meet the diverse language and learning needs of students in both languages.
• Led small group instruction and activities to reinforce language development and content understanding.
• Used a variety of teaching strategies, including visuals, gestures, and interactive activities, to support language acquisition.
• Maintained a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted respect for both languages and cultures.
• Assisted in creating and implementing classroom routines that facilitated smooth transitions and effective time management.
• Conducted informal assessments, such as observations and quizzes, to monitor students' understanding and language development.
• Worked closely with the mentor teacher to plan and review lessons.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss student progress, share insights, and collaborate on lesson planning.
• Collaborated with support staff and other educators to address the individual needs of students.
• Attended workshops and professional development sessions focused on dual language education and bilingual teaching methods.
• Regularly participated in reflective practice, discussing teaching strategies and seeking feedback to improve instructional effectiveness.
• Provided differentiated instruction by adapting instructional methods to meet the varying language proficiency levels of students in both languages.