Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
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Yvette Olguin

Cibolo,TX

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Judson ISD
08.2000 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

Teacher

Rogers Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2012
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Education

No Degree - ESOL

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.1993

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Group and individual instruction

Accomplishments

  • ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Won “Teacher of the Year” award at Candlewood Elementary in 2013.
  • Won "Teacher of the Year" award Reagan Elementary in Arkansas in 2004.

Certification

  • k-4 Elementary Teacher

Additional Information

Attending Texas State's Masters program will be an honor and a privilege. I am a dedicated educator who is seeking further education to better serve students.

Timeline

Teacher

Judson ISD
08.2000 - Current

Teacher

Rogers Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2012

No Degree - ESOL

Arkansas Tech University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The University of Texas At San Antonio
Yvette Olguin