Raquel Lemus
Keizer,United States
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, curriculum development, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments (i.e. dual language, culturally responsive teaching, social emotional learning, career & college pathways). Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dual Language Teacher
Salem Keizer School District
Salem, OR
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented dual language curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated immersive language activities to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create culturally relevant instructional materials.
- Assessed student progress through formative evaluations and adjusted teaching strategies accordingly.
- Engaged parents in the educational process through regular communication and community events.
- Advocated for resources to support diverse learning needs within the dual language program.
- Developed and executed lesson plans for both languages, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all essential topics.
- Served as a liaison between the school and local community organizations that support bilingualism and multiculturalism in education.
Elementary Career & College Pathway TOSA
Hillsboro School District
Hillsboro
08.2022 - Current
- Curated district wide curriculum lessons and online teaching materials to facilitate career & college pathway learning.
- Participated in district wide curriculum adoption to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with teachers, administrators& industry partners to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student career education.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Developed unique experiential learning experiences for schools with the support and sponsorship of community partnerships.
Dual Language Teacher
Hillsboro School District
Eastwood Elementary
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
STEAM Coach
Hillsboro School District
Eastwood Elementary
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Planned and evaluated STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts and Math) programs with school administration to support school community.
- Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of kindergarten and sixth grade.
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Planned, promoted and executed more than 2 events each year.
- Tracked program spending, enrollments and attendance to produce monthly reports for program director.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised part-time and seasonal personnel to perform job functions of recreation center.
- Conducted training seminars, staff meetings, coaching clinics and community meetings to promote organization and educational opportunities.
Dual Language Summer Lead (Admin. Practicuum)
Hillsboro School District
South Meadows Middle School
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Introduced modifications to dual language curriculum and introduced new, effective instructional techniques.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Dual Language Literacy Instructional Coach
Hillsboro School Distric
Reedville Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Met diverse student population needs by planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Maintained confidentiality while recording and keeping detailed track of student performances.
Migrant Summer School (Administration Practicuum)
Hillsboro School District
Witch Hazel Elementary
07.2016 - 07.2016
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, ORBachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06.2007
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR03-2027
Skills
- GLAD Trained
- CM Trained
- Spanish Reading Endorsement
- Literacy Squared Trained
- Bilingual Endorsement (Spanish)
- ESOL Endorsement
- Dual Language Instructional Coach
- Elementary Career and College Pathways Curriculum Developer
- Equity Team Facilitator
- Leadership Team Experience
- STEAM Instructional Coach
- Conference Presentations: La Cosecha, NABE, OABE, & OALA
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Dual Language Teacher
Salem Keizer School District
08.2024 - Current
Elementary Career & College Pathway TOSA
Hillsboro School District
08.2022 - Current
STEAM Coach
Hillsboro School District
08.2019 - 08.2020
Dual Language Summer Lead (Admin. Practicuum)
Hillsboro School District
07.2018 - 07.2018
Dual Language Teacher
Hillsboro School District
08.2017 - 08.2022
Migrant Summer School (Administration Practicuum)
Hillsboro School District
07.2016 - 07.2016
Dual Language Literacy Instructional Coach
Hillsboro School Distric
08.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Western Oregon University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Western Oregon University
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Western Oregon University