Sonia L. Dorantes
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience at Edgewood ISD and San Antonio ISD, focusing on curriculum design and instructional coaching. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and improving assessment outcomes through targeted professional development and data analysis. Skilled in fostering collaboration among educators to implement effective teaching strategies and differentiated instruction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant
Texas A&M University–San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
- Deliver expertise in ELAR instruction and adult learning to facilitate professional development equipping pre-service teachers with essential knowledge, strategies, and confidence for successful Texas Educator Certification Exams, including TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) EC–12 and pertinent content area assessments.
Department Head, 8th Grade ELAR & Instructional Coach (ELA/SS)
Edgewood ISD, Gus Garcia University School
08.2022 - Current
- Lead curriculum planning, classroom observation cycles, and staff development aligned to district initiatives.
- Deliver coaching and support for instructional best practices and student data analysis.
- Designed and facilitated district-wide PD in ELAR content, pedagogy, and digital learning strategies.
- Created instructional plans for individual teachers, departments, or grade levels based on school-wide learning objectives.
- Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to meet the needs of all learners.
- Developed and implemented assessments to measure student understanding of concepts taught in the classroom.
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
- Collaborated with school leaders to design and implement initiatives that support student achievement goals.
Professional Facilitator, Teacher Leader, ELAR Teacher
San Antonio ISD
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Designed and facilitated district-wide PD in ELAR content, pedagogy, and digital learning strategies.
- Supported instructional planning, RTI processes, and at-risk student engagement strategies.
- Led ELAR instruction and assessment practices improving state test performance and student growth.
- Leadership & Program Development
- Campus Instructional Leadership Team & Campus Improvement Planning
- Emergency Operations Procedures Coordinator & Campus Safety Officer
- ELAR Department Head & PBIS Coordinator
- Facilitator of Campus/District Professional Development & Learning Walks
- Contributor to Grant Writing & Program Development (e.g., Raise Up TX, TIP Committee)
- Selection and mentoring of instructional staff
- Experience with LPAC, 504, SPED, and intervention planning
- Technology & Curriculum Integration
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, video conferencing platforms, and mobile learning tools
- Skilled in integrating instructional technology into ELAR content delivery
- Experienced with digital and hybrid learning models (self-paced, facilitated, webinar-based)
Education
Instructional Leadership Certification -
Lamar University
05.2022
M.A.T. - Master of Arts in Teaching
Relay School of Education
08.2019
M.S. - Bilingual Education
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
12.2015
B.A. - English (Teaching Certification)
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
12.2013
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Data analysis
- Instructional coaching
- Digital learning
- Assessment development
- Professional development
- Classroom observation
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Improvement plans
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
Websites
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate: ELAR 8–12
- Texas Educator Certificate: ELAR 4–8
- Texas Educator Certificate: ESL 4–12
Technology And Curriculum Integration
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, video conferencing platforms, and mobile learning tools
- Skilled in integrating instructional technology into ELAR content delivery
- Experienced with digital and hybrid learning models (self-paced, facilitated, webinar-based)
Leadership And Program Development
- Campus Instructional Leadership Team & Campus Improvement Planning
- Emergency Operations Procedures Coordinator & Campus Safety Officer
- ELAR Department Head & PBIS Coordinator
- Facilitator of Campus/District Professional Development & Learning Walks
- Contributor to Grant Writing & Program Development (e.g., Raise Up TX, TIP Committee)
- Selection and mentoring of instructional staff
- Experience with LPAC, 504, SPED, and intervention planning
Timeline
Consultant
Texas A&M University–San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
Department Head, 8th Grade ELAR & Instructional Coach (ELA/SS)
Edgewood ISD, Gus Garcia University School
08.2022 - Current
Professional Facilitator, Teacher Leader, ELAR Teacher
San Antonio ISD
08.2013 - 06.2022
Instructional Leadership Certification -
Lamar University
M.A.T. - Master of Arts in Teaching
Relay School of Education
M.S. - Bilingual Education
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
B.A. - English (Teaching Certification)
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
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