Rocio Lazcano
Katy,TX
Summary
Experienced and certified bilingual elementary school teacher with 14 years of experience teaching in diverse elementary settings. Adept in using differentiated instruction to address the various learning styles and needs of students, while ensuring information retainment. Bringing forth excellent classroom management techniques, conducive to creating an environment best suited for learning and growing. Cooperative faculty member who productively collaborates with all levels of school staff, as well as with the families of students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Academic Support Teacher Team Leader
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary
2023.08 - Current
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons according to each student''s unique needs, leading to greater success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends, consistently improving instructional practices.
- Conducted all LPAC meetings as needed for program change/reviews, initial placements, and waiver/denials.
- Entered and maintained compliance documentation in eSTAR.
- Collaborated with ESL ISSTs and CTC on TELPAS
- Communicated with parents regarding concerns of their child in the bilingual program.
- Serve as liaison between the bilingual teachers and the Office of Other Languages.
ESL ISST
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary
2022.08 - 2023.05
- Developed lesson plans for individual students, addressing their unique learning needs and improving language acquisition rates.
- Managed administrative duties such as inputting eSTAR information accurately in compliance with district policies.
- Boosted student confidence in English speaking abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a cohesive ESL program, ensuring seamless integration of various language levels and subjects.
- Collaborated with the bilingual team leader and the CTC in organizing the TELPAS testing process.
- Communicated with parents regarding concerns of their child in the ESL program.
- Oversaw the implementation of standardized testing protocols for ESL learners according to state requirements while maintaining accommodations necessary for each student''s success.
- Served as a liaison between the ESL department and school administration, advocating for student needs and program development opportunities.
- Compiled, maintained and filed reports, records and other documents required by school and district.
ESL Teacher
Saratoga Elementary School
2012.08 - 2020.02
- Taught relevant English lessons focusing on building fluency
- Engaged students by using points of interest and topics they are familiar with.
- Differentiated curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators/staff.
- Administered tests and completed evaluations in order to analyze student performance.
- Spanish speaking community liaison.
- Completed translations for teachers to better communicate with Spanish speaking families.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Third Grade Bilingual Education Teacher
Sator Sanchez Elementary School
2008.01 - 2012.05
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created a comprehensive and stimulating curriculum appropriate for the goals of 3rd grade students.
- Worked to create a warm and welcoming classroom environment, conducive to learning.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school staff to best support the needs of bilingual students.
- Communicated with parents and family members of students in a positive and constructive way.
- Used progressive and positive reinforcement techniques to motivate and support students.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and encouraged them every step of the way.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Olivet Nazarene University
Joliet, ILBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Bilingual Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILSkills
- Time Management
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Flexible and adaptive
- Multitask
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Core Subjects Grades (EC-6)
Core Subjects Grades (4-8)
Bilingual Education Supplemental-Spanish Grades (EC-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-8)
Timeline
Bilingual Academic Support Teacher Team Leader
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary
2023.08 - Current
ESL ISST
Jean & Betty Schmalz Elementary
2022.08 - 2023.05
ESL Teacher
Saratoga Elementary School
2012.08 - 2020.02
Third Grade Bilingual Education Teacher
Sator Sanchez Elementary School
2008.01 - 2012.05
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Bilingual Education
Western Illinois University
Core Subjects Grades (EC-6)
Core Subjects Grades (4-8)
Bilingual Education Supplemental-Spanish Grades (EC-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-8)
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