Summer Almaguer
Spicewood,Texas
Summary
Creative Digital Media Teacher with a background in English and mass media, specializing in storytelling, multimedia production, and visual communication. Skilled in guiding students through the creative process of developing compelling narratives through video, photography, and digital media. Passionate about fostering creativity, collaboration, and real-world communication skills through engaging, project-based learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Digital Media Teacher
SFDRCISD
Del Rio, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Design and deliver engaging instruction in digital media production, including video, audio, photography, graphic design, and visual storytelling.
- Teach industry-standard software and tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, and digital cameras to prepare students for real-world media workflows.
- Guide students through the full media production process: pre-production planning, scripting, storyboarding, filming, editing, and final presentation.
- Develop project-based learning experiences that emphasize creativity, collaboration, and technical skill development.
- Instruct students on camera operation, composition, lighting, and shot selection to improve visual quality and storytelling.
- Teach video editing techniques such as continuity editing, cutting on action, match cuts, montages, and pacing to the beat.
- Assess student work using rubrics, checklists, and critiques; provide constructive feedback to support skill growth.
- Manage classroom equipment and technology, including cameras, tripods, microphones, and computer labs.
- Integrate media literacy, copyright, and ethical use of digital content into lessons and projects.
- Support student participation in extracurricular activities such as yearbook production, video news, athletics media coverage, and student organizations.
- Collaborate with colleagues, coaches, and administrators to produce school media content and promote school events.
- Prepare students for career pathways and certifications in media, communications, and creative industries.
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning styles, skill levels, and student needs.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and creative classroom environment that encourages student voice and responsibility.
- Incorporate emerging technology and current media trends to keep curriculum relevant and engaging.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
SFDRCISD
Del Rio, TX
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards and student learning objectives.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learner needs effectively.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promoted critical thinking skills.
- Taught literary analysis skills, including theme, characterization, plot, point of view, and figurative language.
- Developed lessons and activities to strengthen reading comprehension, critical thinking, and discussion skills.
- Facilitated whole-class, small-group, and independent learning activities to promote student engagement.
- Integrated grammar and language conventions into reading and writing instruction.
- Managed classroom behavior and routines to maintain a positive, structured learning environment.
- Used data from assessments to adjust instruction and support student growth.
- Collaborated with grade-level teams, special education staff, and administrators to support student success.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and academic concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX12-2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Multimedia production
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom technology
- Project-based learning
- Community involvement
Accomplishments
Del Rio Freshman School 2021 Teacher of the Year
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate – English Language Arts & Reading (ELAR) Grades 4–8
- Adobe Premiere Pro
Timeline
Digital Media Teacher
SFDRCISD
08.2019 - Current
7th Grade ELA Teacher
SFDRCISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - English
Angelo State University