Yajaira Dehnad
El Granada,CA
Summary
At Cabrillo Unified School District, I enhanced academic growth and emotional well-being in a bilingual setting, employing differentiation and STEAM activities. Demonstrating Spanish fluency and exceptional adaptability, I fostered inclusive environments, significantly improving student engagement and self-regulation through innovative teaching and collaborative strategies.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Elementary School Teacher
Cabrillo Unified School District
08.1995 - Current
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear expectations, consistent routines, and engaging activities for all students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior by implementing PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies) resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- lead diverse, hands-on activities that integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Implemented differentiation strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework. Keeping in mind that students have different learning styles, and they all can learn.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Evaluated student learning progress by making informal observations and administering routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement in student performance and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress using students work to inspire their classmates to excel.
- Assigned grades based on effort and performance.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, to meet learning needs and provide a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, align curriculum standards, and create interdisciplinary lessons.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on research-based practices in bilingual education and pedagogy.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips to enhance students'' cultural awareness and community involvement.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips to enhance students' social skills, cultural awareness and community involvement.
- Attended students' extracurricular activities, concerts, performances, and sporting events to offer encouragement and support.
- Taught at the High School level Math ( Pre-Calculus and Calculus) for three years.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MNTeacher Credential Program - Teacher Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MO05.1985
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teaching
- Individualized Learning
- Cultural Awareness
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Project-based learning
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Patience and Persistence
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking and Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Curriculum Development
- Spanish Fluency
Timeline
Bilingual Elementary School Teacher
Cabrillo Unified School District
08.1995 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Teacher Credential Program - Teacher Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Washington University in St Louis
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