Pedro Moreno
International Leadership of Texas
Irving,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Experienced Forensics, Anatomy, and AP Biology Teacher with a proven track record in curriculum design and lesson planning. Adept at integrating technology and collaborative learning strategies to enhance student engagement and academic success. Student data and STAAR results are reflective of effective instructional methods.
Work History
AP Biology Teacher
2 Years 5 Months- Implemented active learning strategies to enhance student participation and comprehension.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards and curriculum goals.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment encouraging teamwork and critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods, ensuring accurate feedback for improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student engagement and facilitating remote learning options.
- Organized extracurricular biology clubs to promote scientific inquiry outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, enriching student learning experiences.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to the the needs of each student.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Assessed data from standardized tests results to identify areas for instructional improvement, refining curriculum content accordingly.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to further enhance teaching skills and stay current on educational trends.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring and support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
- Encouraged students to take an active role in learning and academic success.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Forensics Teacher
2 Years 5 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods to ensure academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
- Organized extracurricular activities that fostered student engagement and community involvement.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Integrated technology tools to support interactive learning experiences for students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Skills
Biology expertise
Life science expertise
Biology curriculum design
Lesson design
Lesson planning
Assessment methods
Teaching methodologies
Curriculum design
Educational technology
Collaborative learning
Classroom management
Microscopy techniques
Accomplishments
Designed a successful yearlong curriculum for a forensics course.
Trained students to complete and place in various state ranked forensics competitions.
Achieved a STAAR passing rate for students of over 95%
Sponsored multiple student extracurricular activities such as Health Occupational Students of America
Certification
- Life Science Certified Teacher, Texas Educators Agency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
AP Biology Teacher
International Leadership of Texas
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Forensics Teacher
Lake Dallas Independent School District
07.2021 - 12.2023Read More
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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