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Twyla N. Macias

Twyla N. Macias

Pueblo,CO

Summary

Relationship-driven Education Specialist with 14 years of expertise in guiding student development by serving as an encouraging role model to students with diverse needs. Expert in leading and supporting children overcoming challenges by continually assessing students formally and informally, identifying behavior issues and adapting lessons in creative ways to highlight learning strengths.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

U.S. History Teacher

Stride INC
07.2022 - Current
  • Maintain regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
  • Deliver prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
  • Implement small groups using Newrow hosting platform.
  • Prepare various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
  • Attend professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in remote history standards and engagement strategies.
  • Worked with associates and department leaders to coordinate best instruction practices.
  • Provide advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.

General Education Tutor

Innovations Online Education
01.2022 - Current
  • Create and implement general education lesson plans for homebound students in 1:1 Google Meet setting.
  • Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
  • Establish professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
  • Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
  • Deliver personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Create personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners in the virtual environment.
  • Maintain records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.

Dean/Assistant Principal

Pueblo County School District 70
07.2020 - 10.2021
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards and assisted with completion of state and federal reports.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Assisted with yearly operations and staff budget, tracked expenses, and documented actions.

Consultant

Fair Care Childcare - Boys And Girls Club
11.2020 - 01.2021
    • Collaborated and ran Fair Care Child Care Program and provided as safe and trusting environment for childcare during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.
    • Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
    • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
    • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
    • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
    • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.

English/Social Studies Teacher

Pueblo County School District 70
08.2019 - 06.2020
    • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
    • Enforced all administration policies and rules governing students
    • Instructed through lectures, discussions, both in-person and remotely.
    • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
    • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
    • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
    • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.

English/Social Studies Teacher

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
08.2016 - 07.2019
    • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
    • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
    • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
    • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
    • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
    • Served as Social Studies department chair and facilitated weekly meetings to develop and update course curricula and district reports.
    • Tracked student progress using exams and weekly graded assignments, keeping detailed notes and working with students to identify and rectify issues.

1st Grade Teacher

Academy School District 20
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Establish clear objectives for all IP PYP lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
  • Provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.

Education

No Degree - Educational Leadership

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
01.2021

MA of Curriculum And Instruction - Curriculum and Instruction

Concordia University
Portland, OR
11.2016

Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Education

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2010

Skills

    • Instructional Strategies
    • Policy Enforcement
    • Faculty Collaboration
    • Enrichment Programs
    • Technology Implementation
    • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
      • Teacher Education
      • Educational Support
      • Academic Advisement
      • Diversity and Inclusion
      • Curriculum Development/Implementation

Certification

  • Certified K6 Teacher-CO
  • Certified 6-12 ELAR/Social Studies Teacher-CO
  • Licensed Principal-CO
  • Certified K6 Teacher-TX
  • Certified 6-12 Social Studies-TX

Timeline

U.S. History Teacher

Stride INC
07.2022 - Current

General Education Tutor

Innovations Online Education
01.2022 - Current

Consultant

Fair Care Childcare - Boys And Girls Club
11.2020 - 01.2021

Dean/Assistant Principal

Pueblo County School District 70
07.2020 - 10.2021

English/Social Studies Teacher

Pueblo County School District 70
08.2019 - 06.2020

English/Social Studies Teacher

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
08.2016 - 07.2019

1st Grade Teacher

Academy School District 20
08.2014 - 06.2016

No Degree - Educational Leadership

Lamar University

MA of Curriculum And Instruction - Curriculum and Instruction

Concordia University

Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Education

Texas Tech University

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