Rebecca Ydrogo
Laredo,TX
Summary
Innovative educator specializing in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Skilled in creating interactive learning environments and leveraging technology to engage diverse learners. Experienced in fostering relationships with students, parents, and colleagues while delivering individualized instruction to achieve positive student outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Social Studies Master Teacher (August 2025 - Present)
- Mentor Teacher (2025-2026)
- Developed lesson plans that enhanced student engagement and aligned with district curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Engaged students through interactive activities and diverse teaching methods, fostering a dynamic classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and educational initiatives.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Maintained classroom settings that promoted physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Created meaningful projects that enabled students to apply knowledge in real-world contexts, enhancing their critical thinking skills.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build an inclusive learning environment.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain a better grasp of course material.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly a highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Teacher Assistant
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo, TX
08.2013 - 08.2019
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and lesson plans.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure engagement and participation during lessons and activities.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained an orderly environment.
- Facilitated small group discussions, promoting critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Implemented educational games to reinforce curriculum concepts for students.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Supported student mastery of learning concepts through personalized one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Assisted teachers in generating materials and developing lesson plans.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Managed the distribution and collection of textbooks and other teaching materials.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Prepared and set up equipment and materials for laboratory sessions.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Monitored test-taking sessions to maintain a fair and secure testing environment.
Parent Liaison
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo, TX
10.2009 - 08.2013
- Facilitated communication between parents and school staff, increasing parent engagement and collaboration in student education.
- Organized workshops to educate parents on student resources and support services.
- Developed informational materials for parents regarding school policies and programs.
- Coordinated community events to promote parental involvement and support school initiatives.
- Assisted families in navigating the school system and accessing available services.
- Collaborated with teachers to address parent concerns and improve student outcomes.
- Provided training sessions for staff on effective parent communication strategies.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Leveraged mediation techniques to facilitate communication between parents, school administration and teachers.
- Facilitated meetings between parents and administrators to discuss student issues or concerns.
- Addressed parent feedback promptly and effectively.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment through conflict resolution techniques.
Teacher Assistant PE
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo, TX
09.2008 - 10.2009
- Supported teachers in maintaining classroom order and delivering instructional activities, enhancing overall learning environment.
- Streamlined organization of classroom materials and resources to facilitate engaging learning experiences.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging lesson plans and activities.
- Tracked student progress and communicated insights to educators, fostering informed instructional adjustments.
Teacher Technology
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo , TX
08.1998 - 11.2000
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to increase student engagement and understanding in classroom instruction.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation and understanding.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and student behavior reports.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to foster communication between parents and teachers regarding student performance and support needs.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Created meaningful projects that enabled students to apply knowledge in real-world situations, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justiced
Texas A&M International University
Laredo12-1997
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Business
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-1995
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Interactive learning
- Technology integration
- Educational collaboration
- Parent communication
- Diverse classroom strategies
- Instructional planning
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking encouragement
- Adaptability in teaching
- Relationship building
- Individualized instruction
- SMART board aptitude
- Clear public speaking skills
- Visual aids utilization
- Innovative lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Faculty collaboration
- Parental participation
- Educational activities
- Lesson delivery
- Instructional methods
- Parent-teacher communication
- Assessment strategies
- Team building
- Cooperative learning experience
- BTSA program completion
- Creative lesson plan development
- Classroom technology
- Student-centered learning
- Student rapport
- Serving diverse communities
- Student evaluations
- Quizzes, tests, and exams
- Performance assessments
- Instructional best practices
- Subject matter expertise
- Creative lesson planning
- Student records management
- Formative assessments and Standards-based grading
- Assigning and grading work
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Group learning mechanics
- Learning assessments
- Growth mindset
- Learning style assessment
- Project-based learning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Curriculum implementation
- Task prioritization
- Behavior management
- Texas teaching credential
- Verbal and written communication
- Feedback implementation
- Group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- ESL- english as second language
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Student needs assessment
- Small group instruction
- Effective listening
- Classwork assignment
- Record keeping
- Family involvement
- Parent-teacher conference coordination
- Collaborative teaching
- Diverse learning strategies
- Professional development
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Social emotional support
- Time management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Student engagement
- Inquiry-based learning
- Classroom restocking
- Kinesthetic learning
- Parent and student communication
- Standardized testing
- Learning strategies
- Blackboard software
- Program development
- Fundraising
- Special needs students
- Empathy and patience
- Excellent classroom management
- Literacy development
- Social-emotional learning training
- Test proctoring
- Reporting and documentation
- FLUENT IN English and Spanish
- Standardized testing techniques
- Student motivation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
4-8 ELA/Social Studies Certification
Affiliations
UIL One Act Play Director 2022-2024
Timeline
Teacher
Laredo Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Laredo Independent School District
08.2013 - 08.2019
Parent Liaison
Laredo Independent School District
10.2009 - 08.2013
Teacher Assistant PE
Laredo Independent School District
09.2008 - 10.2009
Teacher Technology
Laredo Independent School District
08.1998 - 11.2000
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justiced
Texas A&M International University
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Business
Laredo Community College