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Raphael Romero

Cape Coral,FL

Summary

Education professional with robust teaching background. Known for creating engaging lesson plans and fostering collaborative classroom atmosphere. Reliable team player with flexible approach to meet evolving educational needs. Skilled in curriculum development and student assessment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Site-Coordinator

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate ESOL and GED test preparation courses, ensuring effective scheduling, resource allocation, and curriculum implementation while managing site logistics and student attendance.
  • Assess student proficiency levels to place them in appropriate courses, providing tailored instruction and resources to meet individual academic and career goals.
  • Promote ongoing education and career development by supporting students in setting academic milestones and connecting them with necessary resources for success.

Spanish Teacher, Level 1

MARINER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current
  • Design and facilitate interactive activities that incorporate authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries, increasing student participation and cultural understanding.
  • Help build background and foundational Spanish skills, ensuring students are well-prepared for continued study and success in advanced Spanish courses.
  • Provide students with opportunities to engage in collaborative learning, enhancing their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in the target language.

Career Pathways

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Assisted GED students in creating and managing online accounts, ensuring accurate information and seamless access to materials, while providing personalized guidance to help them set and achieve academic and career goals.
  • Developed individualized action plans and provided consistent check-ins to keep students on track with their GED preparation, monitoring progress and troubleshooting challenges to ensure test success.
  • Collaborated with faculty, staff, and community partners to connect students with essential resources such as tutoring, financial aid, job training, and career counseling, while facilitating counseling sessions on GED testing procedures and post-graduation pathways.

Sixth Grade Math Teacher

MARINER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2016 - 05.2023
  • Consistently met or exceeded learning gain and proficiency goals for students by implementing tailored instructional strategies, earning recognition on the Florida High Impact Teachers list for exceptional contributions to student success.
  • Rated Highly Effective in performance evaluations based on outstanding student test scores and management feedback, reflecting a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning outcomes.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, customized instruction to meet individual needs, and created engaging, student-centered lessons that provided opportunities for mastery through multi-modal assessment strategies.

ESOL Teacher

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Designed and delivered dynamic ESOL lessons to adult learners, focusing on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in English.
  • Fostered a supportive classroom environment that encouraged active participation, collaboration, and self-confidence in using English in everyday situations.
  • Incorporated technology tools and online resources to facilitate learning and improve student engagement in both in-class and remote settings.

Fourth Grade Teacher

BONITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Taught fourth grade science and social studies
  • Played a key role in improving the school’s grade from a 'D' to an 'A' by driving student performance in ELA, Math, and Science, as evidenced by state-mandated standardized testing results over a two-year period.
  • Achieved a Highly Effective rating based on outstanding performance in management evaluations and student test scores, reflecting a commitment to high-quality instruction and student success.

Science Teacher

BONITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
08.2013 - 06.2014
  • Delivered dynamic and engaging science instruction for grades K-5, aligning lessons with state-mandated standards to foster student curiosity and academic growth.
  • Collaborated with grade-level teams to design cross-curricular lessons, reinforcing core classroom instruction and promoting a cohesive learning experience.
  • Gained experience in vertical alignment of curriculum, ensuring continuity and progression of learning objectives across grade levels.

FIRST GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LEARNING CENTER
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Followed district policy in regard to bilingual education expectations using model based on Gomez and Gomez
  • Administered Woodcock-Muñoz Language Survey to incoming kindergarteners

FIRST GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER

H.S. THOMPSON LEARNING CENTER
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Followed district policy in regard to bilingual education expectations using model based on Gomez and Gomez

Education

Certification Area - Generalist EC-6, Bilingual EC-6

TEACHER PREPARATION AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Richardson, TX
01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Kalamazoo, Michigan
04-2009

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Administration

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Kalamazoo, Michigan
01.2009

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Compassion
  • Organization
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Technology

Currentcertifications

  • K-6
  • Spanish K-12
  • ESOL Endorsement

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Site-Coordinator

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2024 - Current

Spanish Teacher, Level 1

MARINER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current

Career Pathways

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2021 - 12.2023

ESOL Teacher

ADULT AND CAREER EDUCATION-CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL
01.2018 - 03.2020

Sixth Grade Math Teacher

MARINER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2016 - 05.2023

Fourth Grade Teacher

BONITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
08.2014 - 06.2016

Science Teacher

BONITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
08.2013 - 06.2014

FIRST GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LEARNING CENTER
08.2012 - 06.2013

FIRST GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER

H.S. THOMPSON LEARNING CENTER
08.2011 - 06.2012

Certification Area - Generalist EC-6, Bilingual EC-6

TEACHER PREPARATION AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Administration

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Raphael Romero