Paulette Vélez Pérez
Lake Mary,FL
Summary
Dedicated 5th grade English Language Arts and Social Studies educator enterIng her third year of teachIng at a STEM-focused charter school. Committed to fostering college readiness through project-based learning, culturally responsive teaching, and inclusive practices. Passionate about advocating for ESOL learners, marginalized communities, students with disabilities, and gifted/high-achieving students. Experienced in designing differentiated instruction that empowers all learners to meet rigorous academic standards. Aspires to impact education policy and teach at the postsecondary level following the pursuit of a Ph.D. in education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade ELA & SSE Teacher
Osceola STEM Science Charter
08.2024 - Current
- Creating and implementing differentiated instruction for exceptional, high-achieving, gifted, and general education students.
- Assist the 5th grade team in Reading Interventions and Math Interventions.
- Plan and adapt Social Studies units for the entire 5th grade team.
- Contribute to the school's community outreach through parent nights and Saturday school.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Crystal Lake Elementary
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Creating differentiated and engaging lessons that align with the B.E.S.T standards and the instructional framework.
- Analyzing summative and formative assessment data to provide enriching interventions.
- Supporting beginner ESOL students to improve their English language skills.
- Facilitating opportunities for fifth grade students to mentor kindergarteners.
Senior Intern
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted Kindergarten teachers with literacy interventions, PASI testing, and FAST testing.
- Provided language enrichment to Spanish speaking students.
- Analyzed the community, school, and classroom demographics to properly support students.
- Created and taught a Math unit.
- Compared pre-assessment and post-assessment data to improve lessons.
Junior Intern
Ped's Academy at Nemours Children's Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted a hospital school teacher with one-to-one tutoring.
- Assessed new patients in order to create appropriate learning goals.
- Created and taught K-6 lessons utilizing adaptable technology and UDL strategies.
- Read to infants in the neonatal intensive care unit.
- Provided families with support by giving patients access to free books.
- Translated for hospital school teacher, families, and volunteers.
Junior Intern
Crystal Lake Elementary
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted Third grade teachers with Literacy and Math interventions.
- Graded post-assessments and developed lessons from that data.
- Observed best practices and classroom management.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Supported a variety of schools from K-12 in Polk County including Bill Duncan’s Opportunity Center.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Oviedo12-2023
Minor - English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
University of Central Florida
Oviedo12-2023
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Polk State College
Winter Haven07-2017
Accomplishments
UCF Dean’s List
Fall 2017
Spring 2018
Spring 2019
Fall 2023
President’s Honor Roll
Fall 2018
Student National Education Association
Fall 2023 President
UCF KnightED Talks Student Showcase
Fall 2023 ESOL Accommodations and Strategies Presenter
Featured Educator – NEA Today for Aspiring Educators
“New Teachers Face Book Bans,” NEA Today, Jan. 29, 2024
Quoted on the challenges new teachers face amidst rising book bans; emphasized the power of education to combat ignorance.
Timeline
5th Grade ELA & SSE Teacher
Osceola STEM Science Charter
08.2024 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher
Crystal Lake Elementary
10.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Intern
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2023 - 11.2023
Junior Intern
Ped's Academy at Nemours Children's Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2023
Junior Intern
Crystal Lake Elementary
01.2023 - 03.2023
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
09.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Minor - English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
University of Central Florida
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Polk State College
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