Elizabeth Torres

Special Education Teacher at Canutillo ISD
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(386) 825-5501
Location
MX
Languages
  • Spanish -

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Credentials

  • Texas Teacher Certification Bilingual Generalist EC-6
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    Jul, 2013
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Special Education Teacher
      • Aug 2017 - Present
    • United States
    • Law Enforcement
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Bilingual Science Teacher
      • Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

      Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirement of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use result to plan instructional activities. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

    • English teacher
      • 2009 - 2010

      ESL and TOEFL preparation courses BASIC, BEGINNER, LOW-INTERMEDIATE, HIGH-INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED I, ADVANCED II English academic levels. • Developed weekly lesson plans and tutoring sessions. • Provided intensiveTOEFL training and workshops. • Recognized as teacher of the month. • Participated in various cultural activities throughout the city alongside students. ESL and TOEFL preparation courses BASIC, BEGINNER, LOW-INTERMEDIATE, HIGH-INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED I, ADVANCED II English academic levels. • Developed weekly lesson plans and tutoring sessions. • Provided intensiveTOEFL training and workshops. • Recognized as teacher of the month. • Participated in various cultural activities throughout the city alongside students.

    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Health Educator
      • Sep 2007 - Apr 2008

      Conducted several diabetes management and prevention classes. • Presented diabetes information throughout the community and performed countywide screenings. • Coordinated and oversaw support groups, individual clients and groups about diabetes management, detection, and prevention. • Ensured accuracy of diabetes information and client documents; administered, collected, and reported on pre- and post-tests; maintained sign-in records; assured the confidentiality of client records and information; collected data required for tracking purposes. • Organized educational support activities such as cooking classes, community diabetes expo, Faces of Diabetes conference, camps, etc. • Participated as a diabetes advocate in the community and stayed up-to-date on diabetes information and promoted programs and services when out in the community. Spoke to media about ways to combat diabetes and E.P.D.A. events. • Recruited new clients for programs; followed up on progression of existing clients. El Paso Diabetes Association(INTERNSHIP) September 2007-January 2008 • Assisted in conducting diabetes management classes, gestational diabetes classes and weight management classes. • Developed personalized meal plans for each patient. • Participated in expositions and health fairs throughout the city. • Helped with Amigos Dulces support group. • Administered glucose, cholesterol and HbA1C tests. • Assisted Providence Diabetes Center with dietary analysis for cookbook. • Helped contact clients for specialized classes and cooking classes.

Education

  • The University of Texas at El Paso
    Bachelor's degree, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
    2001 - 2007

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