Veronica Adame
Grand Prairie
Summary
Professional educator. Proven track record in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Strong skills in classroom management, curriculum planning, and student assessment. Reliable team player known for effective communication and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL KindergartenTeacher
La Academia de Estrellas
01.2019 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to foster student learning and growth.
- Implemented individualized instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs within classroom environment.
- Facilitated effective communication between parents, teachers, and students to enhance educational experience.
- Organized and led classroom activities promoting social skills, emotional development, and teamwork among students.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Analyzed student progress data to inform instructional adjustments and improve overall academic performance.
- Coordinated professional development workshops focused on early childhood education trends and methodologies.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into classroom practices, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
Lead ESL Teacher
La Academia de Estrellas
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Administered classroom assessments including teacher observation, cumulative student portfolios, oral and written skills rubrics, and standardized tests (TPRI, AIMSweb, ITBS, Observation Survey, PK 3 and PK 4 Benchmark Assessments); kept accurate, detailed records; used data to inform instruction
- Analyzed school-wide reading and math assessment results for trends in student performance
- Teamed with counselors, parents, and administrators to create individualized Student Success Plans for struggling students in Response to Intervention (RtI)
- Administered Woodcock Munoz Language Assessment and Ballard & Tighe Online IPT Assessments to identify LEP students
- Assessment
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Facilitated immersive language activities to enhance conversational skills.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress effectively.
- Mentored junior teachers, fostering professional development and teaching excellence.
- Collaborated with educational staff to design curriculum improvements and resources.
- Organized cultural exchange programs to enrich students' language comprehension and appreciation.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Contributed to school-wide professional development initiatives by leading workshops on best practices for teaching ESL learners across different grade levels.
ESL First Grade Teacher
La Academia de Estrellas
08.2009 - 06.2012
Instructional Assistant
La Academia de Estrellas
08.2008 - 06.2009
Education
BA - Psychology, Minor Sociology
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TexasAlternative Teacher Certification - undefined
Mountain View Community College
Dallas, TexasSkills
- Effective classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Strong organizational abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Earned "Teacher of the Year" in 2020, 2022.
Certification
Texas Certification Generalist EC-4, ESL Generalist EC-4
Training
- Really Great Reading
- Really Great Writing
- Texas Reading Academy
- COVID Recovery Instructional Materials Support Initiative (CRIMSI), Eureka Math Curriculum
- Houghton, Mifflin, Harcourt HMH Reading Curriculum
School and Community Involvement
- School Safety Committee Member, PTO Member, CNA Member for Parent Involvement
Timeline
ESL KindergartenTeacher
La Academia de Estrellas
01.2019 - Current
Lead ESL Teacher
La Academia de Estrellas
01.2012 - 01.2019
ESL First Grade Teacher
La Academia de Estrellas
08.2009 - 06.2012
Instructional Assistant
La Academia de Estrellas
08.2008 - 06.2009
Alternative Teacher Certification - undefined
Mountain View Community College
BA - Psychology, Minor Sociology
University of Texas at Arlington
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