Sandra L Espericueta
La Joya ISD
Mission,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and lesson planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. 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.
Work History
12-1900
21 Years 9 Months12-1900
Substitute Teacher
9 Months- Delivered engaging lessons in diverse subject areas, fostering student understanding and participation.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varied learning needs of students.
- Maintained classroom order and discipline, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with school staff to support the educational development of students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Assistant Teacher
3 Years 9 Months- Supported lead teacher in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting instructional methods as needed for individual needs.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate technology into lessons, improving student interaction and learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Differentiated instruction
Collaborative learning
Group and individual instruction
Small group instruction
Classroom technology
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Certification
ESL certified
English/Language Arts certified
Communications Minor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
Avid Reader
Animal Care
Strategy Games
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Mission CISD
08.2022 - 05.2023Read More
12-1900
12-1900
08.2003 - 05.2025Read More
Assistant Teacher
Mission CISD
08.1998 - 05.2002Read More
University of Texas Pan American
Bachelor of Arts from English
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