Experience

PUENTE Learning Center

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Instructional & Intervention Coach

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  •Collaborate with administration as an essential member of the leadership team to develop school-wide systems and structures aligned with improvement priorities and student achievement. •Drive the progression of the paraprofessional role and team by overseeing and implementing data-driven supports, including the development of frameworks and resources. •Design and deliver high-quality professional development workshops, covering a diverse range of topics, resulting in significant improvements in the instructional and professional performance of the paraprofessional team. •Provide individualized coaching to 14 paraprofessionals through over 50 sessions, fostering continuous growth and refinement of their reflective and instructional practices. •Strategically planned and executed 40 high-impact intervention sessions, driving positive academic growth for ten students at a time, while utilizing data analysis to inform targeted interventions. Show less



Camino Nuevo Charter Academy

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 100 - 200 Employee

• 5th Grade Bilingual Teacher, Sandra Cisneros Campus

  • Aug 2017 - Jun 2022

  •Strategically planned and delivered inclusive, stimulating, and developmentally-appropriate lessons in English and Spanish for 25-30 fifth-grade students in both virtual and in-classroom settings to achieve effective multi-subject learning. •Managed the academic growth of students, including neurodiverse individuals, by assessing needs, adjusting curriculum, providing accommodations, and incorporating social and academic instruction. •Facilitated functional life skills development (e.g, planning, time management, etc.) for students with a range of needs and challenges through explicit instruction targeting individualized skills and strategies. •Prepared, adapted, and implemented a range of learning resources, materials, and aids for both remote and in-person instruction to support the academic and social success of students •Drafted, developed, and implemented Ethnic Studies curriculum on multiple topics to support the organization’s Ethnic Studies For All Initiative, which contributed to positive academic and social benefits to students of all races and ethnicities. •Presented and trained educators on the production and implementation of the Ethnic Studies curriculum through various organization-wide workshops to provide empowering and informative Ethnic Studies professional development. •Collaborated with the English Language Learners (EL) Network committee to increase the engagement and participation of EL students by gathering data, executing Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles, and employing specialized teaching practices and systems. •Increased instructional and professional performance of student teachers through the analysis of instruction, management of personal and professional goals, and continuous feedback. •Fostered strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues by implementing strategic communication efforts to help drive students' overall success. Show less



UCLA Community K-12

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student Teacher

  • Apr 2017 - Jun 2017

  •Created and implemented a 3-week long opinion writing unit on theme, in where 24 fourth/fifth grade dual immersion students drafted and revised an essay. •Developed and executed daily math warm-ups, lessons and assessments in both Spanish and English. •Planned and facilitated small guiding reading groups to differentiate reading instruction through targeting specific skills and strategies needed to improve students’ independent reading level. •Created and implemented a 3-week long opinion writing unit on theme, in where 24 fourth/fifth grade dual immersion students drafted and revised an essay. •Developed and executed daily math warm-ups, lessons and assessments in both Spanish and English. •Planned and facilitated small guiding reading groups to differentiate reading instruction through targeting specific skills and strategies needed to improve students’ independent reading level.



24th Street Elementary School

• Student Teacher

  • Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

  •Planned and implemented daily math warm-up questions, individual lessons, and assessments for 20 first-grade students. •Created and executed a week-long unit on retelling to teach students how to retell a text by using five key story elements. •Collaborated with other student teachers and administration to create and hold a school wide literacy event that provided resources for students, families, and the community. •Conducted Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBLES) and Text Reading Comprehension (TRC) assessments to measure students’ development of reading skills. Show less



The Y (YMCA)

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 700 & Above Employee

• Childcare Teacher

  • May 2016 - Sep 2016

  •Developed and implemented a stimulating, inclusive, age-appropriate curriculum for 8-10 preschool-aged students, in accordance with program philosophy & objectives, leading to effective multi-subject learning •Provided a positive, developmentally appropriate environment that reflects and encourages the children’s learning and growth. •Maintained ongoing, open communication with parents/caregivers and co-workers. •Assured a healthy, clean and safe school site for children. •Developed and implemented a stimulating, inclusive, age-appropriate curriculum for 8-10 preschool-aged students, in accordance with program philosophy & objectives, leading to effective multi-subject learning •Provided a positive, developmentally appropriate environment that reflects and encourages the children’s learning and growth. •Maintained ongoing, open communication with parents/caregivers and co-workers. •Assured a healthy, clean and safe school site for children.



Homework Club

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Teacher Aide/Mentor

  • Jan 2016 - Jun 2016

  •Facilitated small-group study sessions and one-on-one tutoring with school-aged children. •Performed content review and homework checks to assure high academic performance. •Managed daily homework logs to track student progress. •Provided effective discipline and serve as a role model. •Facilitated small-group study sessions and one-on-one tutoring with school-aged children. •Performed content review and homework checks to assure high academic performance. •Managed daily homework logs to track student progress. •Provided effective discipline and serve as a role model.



California State University, Northridge

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mentorship Coordinator, Building Connections For Success

  • Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

  •Managed the advancement of the Freshman Connection Program by coordinating and facilitating numerous collaborative training activities with 10 faculty mentors and 20 peer mentors to ensure efficient mentee engagement and achievement. •Delivered a high-impact, equitable mentorship program by recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating peer mentors working with incoming students of all backgrounds to actively provide beneficial social and academic support. •Provided essential guidance to peer mentors by assessing mentors’ interests and needs, and crafting various engaging and effective learning experiences such as workshops, activities, demonstrations, discussions, resources, etc. resulting in higher mentor efficacy. Show less

• Student Assistant, Building Connections For Success

  • Mar 2014 - May 2015

  •Collaborated with the mentorship coordinator in the preparation and organization of the Peer Mentor Orientation, Training Workshop, and Monthly Meetings. •Compiled and inputed data into various documents.•Developed logs, forms, and publications.

• Peer Mentor, Building Connections For Success

  • Aug 2012 - Dec 2014

  •Established meaningful relationships with six to eight incoming freshman students each semester through enriching one-on-one coaching focused on discovering their strengths and interests as learners and professionals, in addition to building key life and executive functioning skills such as workload and time management, organization, and problem-solving.•Co-facilitated weekly in-class sessions with a faculty mentor to effectively promote student achievement through assessing needs, teaching academic success strategies, establishing goals, and empowering students to access resources on campus.•Collaborated with the coordinator, faculty mentor, and peer mentors to provide exceptional instruction and direct hands-on guidance to help students maximize their academic potential and reach their personal and professional goals. Show less

• Residential Mentor, Educational Opportunity Programs (Summer Role)

  • Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  •Served as a mentor to students during the Residential Summer Bridge Program.•Provided continued academic and professional guidance, support, resources, and accurate information regarding the EOP program and CSUN. •Assisted in maintaining a positive learning environment, ensuring the safety and discipline of the students.

• Student Assistant/Mentor, Educational Opportunity Programs

  • May 2013 - Mar 2014

  •Assisted the Central Office with clerical duties such as answering calls on a multi-line phone system, while simultaneously assisting guests in a fast-paced environment.•Maintained office as a clean and inviting environment. •Organized supplies, files, faxes, and scans.•Compiled and inputted data into various documents, while also developing logs, forms, etc.

• Office Assistant/Mentor, Educational Opportunity Programs (Summer Role)

  • Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  •Organized and maintained the Commuter Summer Bridge Office while concurrently interacting with multiple students on a daily basis.•Assisted in organizing and arranging weekly activities for students.•Collected and reported student daily attendance.