Sandra Rodriguez
Caldwell,ID
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator, committed to creative instruction and innovative learning resources to foster children's development. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education with a focus on building each student’s strengths and confidence, as well as giving students guidelines, regularity and dependence to foster their social and academic growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Vallivue School District
09.2023 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Relationship Manager
Alpha Omega Wealth Northwest
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Built and maintained relationships with new and existing clients, while maintaining communication, proactive outreach and addressing clients needs and concerns.
Vista Academy of Edinburg- ESL Teacher/ Campus Testing Coordinator
Responsive Education Solutions
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
- Maintained security and integrity of sensitive test materials.
Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary - P.E. Aide
McAllen Independent School District
08.2013 - 10.2013
Supporting the physical education teacher in various aspects of the class, including supervising students with equipment and ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary- Special Ed. Paraprofessional
McAllen Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Victor Fields Elementary- PK Aide
McAllen Independent School District
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Supporting the lead teacher by assisting with classroom management and student supervision.
Rayburn Elementary- In School Suspension
McAllen Independent School District
11.2006 - 05.2007
Supporting the lead teacher by assisting with classroom management and learning activities.
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
McAllen Independent School District
08.2000 - 11.2006
Education
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Elementary Education Bilingual Bicultural
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX01.2013
Skills
- Facilitating student learning experiences
- Managing student learning progress
- Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations
- Able to multitask efficiently, effectively and meet deadlines
- Collaboration with students facing various challenges
- Knowledge of the diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills to deliver and present learning effectively with students and staff
- Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management
- Positive behavior redirection and support
- Intervene and model effective behavior interventions with students, administration and staff
- Provide proactive assistance
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
- Foster effective, ongoing communication with parents and teachers by providing verbal reports and written documentation on student’s daily progress
- Collaborate with co- workers, supervisors, and parents to maintain a “partnership” environment
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Proficient in developing engaging educational resources
- Leadership in computer technology integration
Accomplishments
- CPI Training (Crises Prevention Intervention)
- Special Olympics Coach
- (Certificate) Interpersonal Communication, Listening to Understand
- (Certificate) Intro. to Verbal Behavior: Teaching Comm. Skills to Children with Autism & other Disabilities
- Staff Development: Classroom Management Training
- Staff Development: Motivating Students to Learn Training
- (Certificate) Autism 101: Top Ten Pieces to the Puzzle
- Critical Success Factors: Instructional Leadership Seminar
- 12-year ATPE (Association of Texas Professional Educators) McAllen, Tx. Local Unit Officer/ Campus Representative. Served on local committees, served as a Region officer, attended our State Conventions, served on State committees, and attended Lobby Day several years.
- Mentor and tutor (after school program)
- Bilingual/ ESL Training
- Abuse Prevention System Child Sexual Abuse Awareness Training
- Reporting Suspected Abuse Training
- Vallivue Parent Advisory Committee – Migrant Education Program
- Attend Vallivue School Board meetings
- PTSO member – Vallivue School District; West Canyon Elementary
Timeline
Relationship Manager
Alpha Omega Wealth Northwest
09.2023 - 09.2025
Substitute Teacher
Vallivue School District
09.2023 - Current
Vista Academy of Edinburg- ESL Teacher/ Campus Testing Coordinator
Responsive Education Solutions
10.2013 - 06.2015
Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary - P.E. Aide
McAllen Independent School District
08.2013 - 10.2013
Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary- Special Ed. Paraprofessional
McAllen Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2013
Victor Fields Elementary- PK Aide
McAllen Independent School District
08.2007 - 08.2009
Rayburn Elementary- In School Suspension
McAllen Independent School District
11.2006 - 05.2007
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
McAllen Independent School District
08.2000 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Elementary Education Bilingual Bicultural
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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