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Sandra Serafin

Bridgeport

Summary

Experienced in designing and evaluating curricula during graduate studies, ensuring alignment with Texas standards through the use of backward design principles. Proficient in interpreting student and course performance metrics, with a strong skillset in educational data analysis. Possessing a solid foundation in the UbD framework and culturally responsive pedagogy from graduate training, eager to bridge theory and practice to support BISD goals in ELA and SS.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher, Grade 1

Bridgeport Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
  • Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies and materials.
  • Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.

Curriculum Writer

Bridgeport ISD
01.2017 - 04.2025
  • Collaborated with different grade levels to revise RLA unit templates, embedding scaffolds for ELLs.

Mentor Teacher

Bridgeport ISD
01.2017 - 04.2025
  • Supported 2 new Bridgeport hires, including modeling small-group reading lessons that align with our district’s focus on data-driven instruction.

Teacher

Bridgeport Intermediate School
10.2018 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

Masters of Educations - Curriculum And Instruction

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
08-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
05-2017

Skills

    Curriculum Design & Implementation

  • Design of assessment strategies
  • Implemented differentiated supports to address skill gaps
  • Data-informed teaching
  • Evaluated teaching strategies through progress analysis
  • Collaborative learning

Application

 As a candidate for the Reading Language Arts and Social Studies Coordinator position, I bring hands-on experience across four grade levels (1st–5th) in both general and bilingual settings, along with a Master’s in Curriculum (specializing in Reading Instruction) to be completed in August 2024. My deep understanding of Bridgeport ISD’s needs is demonstrated through my collaborative work revising RLA unit templates, mentoring new teachers, and implementing innovative strategies—such as student-selected reading goals—that helped 80% of my first-grade students achieve year-end literacy benchmarks. With this foundation, I am eager to apply my expertise in curriculum design, data-driven instruction, and teacher support to advance Bridgeport ISD’s mission at the district level.

Certification

  • Licensed teacher
  • Bilingual teacher certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher, Grade 1

Bridgeport Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Teacher

Bridgeport Intermediate School
10.2018 - 08.2024

Curriculum Writer

Bridgeport ISD
01.2017 - 04.2025

Mentor Teacher

Bridgeport ISD
01.2017 - 04.2025

Masters of Educations - Curriculum And Instruction

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Ashford University