Zelina Villarreal
educator
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven education professional with over 20 years of teaching experience, teacher performance and recipient of recognition programs. Skilled in collaborating with administrators and leveraging data to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of teacher incentives. Passionate about creating positive and supportive environments that empower teachers to excel in their roles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Idea Converse Academy
10.2024 - Current
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Delivered differentiated instruction based on individual learning profiles, addressing diverse needs within the classroom setting effectively.
- Built strong relationships with parents, establishing open communication lines and sharing resources to reinforce at-home practice of learned skills.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
ELA Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2012 - 10.2024
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2001
Skills
- Individualized Support
- Instructional Techniques
- Class Instruction
- Online Teaching
- Strategic planning
- Learning Assessments
- Team Meetings
- Student records management
- Instructional coaching
- Mentoring teachers
Accomplishments
- Commended as a Master Teacher for exemplary teaching and service to students for two consecutive years.
- Supervised team of six staff members in grade level for three years.
- Achieved 90% of scholars on grade level by completing second grade Direct Instruction with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Certified EC-4 Generalist
Education
Bachelors Of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies at University of Texas San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
Contact
Zelina Villarreal, 15807 Pleasant Well Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78247
Recognition
Recognized at the top level as a Master teacher on the Teacher Career Pathway.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Idea Converse Academy
10.2024 - Current
ELA Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2012 - 10.2024
- Certified EC-4 Generalist
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At San Antonio
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