1st grade classroom 2012
1st grade classroom 2012
Professional information
I am a fifth grade bilingual teacher in Addison School District 4 in an early-exit transitional bilingual program.
As part of my graduate coursework I learned how to develop reliable and valid assessments and analyze the resulting data to track and improve student achievement. I am solutions-oriented and have high standards for myself and my students and believe that all children are college bound. While at Peabody I shared my technological knowledge with my peers and used a variety of computer-based learning programs in my classroom including Raz-Kids, math games designed around NWEA RIT bands, and Reader Rabbit.
Prior to becoming a teacher I was a paraprofessional in Addison District 4. From 2002-2010 I lived in Mexico where I became fluent in Spanish and learned the culture as well as volunteered with community organizations. Having a plan and being prepared are an essential part of my practice, but I also realize that plans have to change for a myriad of reasons and am able to be flexible based on my student’s and administration’s needs.
Languages
Spanish
Work experience
Addison School District 4
2013 - present
Bilingual Teacher
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Designed and implemented balanced literacy program aligned to CCSS
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Implemented engaging inquiry-based science lessons using resources from the National Science Teachers Association
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Use of Fountas and Pinnell guided reading strategies and Words Their Way word study
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Received five Google Nexus 7 tablets through Donors Choose
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Recipient of $250 mini-grant for books for students' home library
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Recipient of $500 mini-grant for Lego WeDo STEM kits
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Proctored ACCESS for ELLs English language assessment
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Proctored NWEA MAPS and PARCC assessments
Chicago Public Schools
2012-2013
Bilingual Teacher
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Managed student behavior in the classroom using a system of rules, incentives, and consequences
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Provided differentiated instruction to reach all learners
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Taught guided reading lessons to model questioning, comprehension, and fix-up strategies
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Planned engaging CCSS standards aligned lessons in all subject areas
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Administered DIBELS and mClass assessments
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Proctored ACCESS for ELLs English language assessment
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Created a balanced literacy program
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Received over $500 worth of Common Core books through Donors Choose
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Taught literacy and writing in the after school program
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Stage manager for the school musical production of Yes, Virginia
Mosaic Montessori Academy, River Forest, IL
2011-2012
After-school Teacher
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Taught five year old students “Cooking in Spanish”
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Reinforced positive behaviors, corrected inappropriate behaviors
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Taught the proper use of cooking implements
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Taught Spanish through speaking and song
Addison School District 4
2013 - present
Bilingual Special Education Paraprofessional
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Implemented IEP accommodations for limited English proficiency student with Muscular Dystrophy
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Provided small-group instruction to students with limited English proficiency using a variety of learning strategies including graphic organizers, read alouds, guided reading, and base ten blocks.
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Worked to increase children’s confidence and self-reliance using positive feedback, encouragement and role modeling
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Assesed students’ progress using the Rigby ELL Assessment, AIMSweb, and MAP testing
Price Travel, Cancun, Mexico
2008-2010
Director of Editorial Content
Luxury Villa Collections, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
2006-2008
Rental Coordinator
VallartaOnline/Bay Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
2003-2006
Editor
Endorsments
Elementary Education (K-9)
Bilingual Education
English Language Learner
*expected December 2015*
2010 - present
2010 - present
Education
Dominican University, River Forest, IL
2012 - present
Masters of Arts in Teaching, expected December 2015
Bilingal Endorsment
English Language Learner Endorsement
Northern Illinois Univeristy, DeKalb, IL
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Minor, Politial Science
Personal Interests
Running 5k to half marathon
Reading
Traveling
