TITO PENA
Royse City
Summary
Experienced in implementing effective discipline strategies and promoting inclusive practices for all students. Committed to building strong relationships with educators, parents, and students from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to contributing to team success and achieving positive results. Eager to take on new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher/Head Girls Soccer Coach
Dallas ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Interpreted during ARD meetings for parents and the Special Education Department.
Spanish Teacher
Wylie ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula
Spanish Teacher/Head Boys Basketball Coach
Irving ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Submitted purchase requests for new supplies, uniforms and equipment.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members
Spanish Teacher/Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Dallas Isd
08.2007 - 05.2019
- Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension
- LOTE Department Head
ESL/Spanish I Teacher
McKinney ISD
08.2002 - 08.2004
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business in Recreation
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK05.1999
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Behavioral Intervention
- Program Management
- Positive Learning Environment
- Lesson Planning
- Transportation Coordination
- Student and Family Relationships
- Classroom Management
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Certification
- Texas Teacher Certification
- Oklahoma Teacher Certification
- Oklahoma Principal Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher/Head Girls Soccer Coach
Dallas ISD
08.2022 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Wylie ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
Spanish Teacher/Head Boys Basketball Coach
Irving ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
Spanish Teacher/Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Dallas Isd
08.2007 - 05.2019
ESL/Spanish I Teacher
McKinney ISD
08.2002 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Business in Recreation
Oklahoma Baptist University
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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