Marianameza
Marianameza
Marianameza
Certifications
· Pedagogy & Professional Responsibilities EC-12 (Passed) FEB 2020
· Core Subjects EC-6 – All Subtests (Pending) APR 2020
· Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT) Spanish (Pending) APR 2020
· Bilingual Education Supplemental (Pending) MAY 2020
Education
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, HOUSTON, TX MAY 2020
· Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Bilingual EC-6 Generalist Education
· GPA: 3.646
HONORS AND AWARDS
· Graduating with second highest honors, Magna Cum Laude
· Dean’s List (Fall 2016, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Summer 2019, Fall 2019)
FIELD EXPERIENCE
GRISSOM ELEMENTARY, HOUSTON, TX AUG 2019-MAY 2020
Student Teacher, 1st Grade Bilingual (SLA)
· Taught content areas of reading and writing to 48 students in first grade.
· Trained with mentor teacher by teaching for half of the day.
· Developed data tailored lessons with mentor teacher to differentiate and meet the needs of all students.
· Helped class improve in High Frequency Words assessment through focused review with students.
· Attended PLC meetings to go over data to determine future action plan to improve student scores.
FIELD OBSERVATIONS
PATTERSON ELEMENTARY, HOUSTON, TX FEB 2019-MAY 2019
Kindergarten Classroom
· Completed 50+ hours of observations.
· Reinforced high frequency words and phonemic awareness review for data purposes.
· Assisted with the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta Program.
WORK EXPERIENCES
PATTERSON ELEMENTARY, HOUSTON, TX AUG 2018-JAN 2019
Teacher Assistant, 4th Grade
· Aided students with special accommodations in classrooms for classwork and exams.
· Learned different approaches to teaching students through one on one tutoring.
· Administered practice STAAR exams for students with accommodations.
· Supervised classes along with computer lab exams as needed.
· Created bulletin boards, booklets for IB purposes, and copies.
YMCA OUTREACH WORKER, HOUSTON, TX SUMMER 2016/2017
Camp Leader
· Lead a group of 50 campers ranging amongst the ages of 6-12.
· Created arts and crafts and STEM activities for enrichment of the kids.
· Organized fundraisers to take kids on field trips throughout the summer.
· Assembled talent shows for the kids to demonstrate their accomplishments to their families.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, HOUSTON, TX 2019-2020
· CHAMPS: Learned how to effectively apply STOIC (Structure, Teach Expectations, Student Behavior, Interact Positively and Correct
Fluency) for improved classroom management.
· Differentiating for Els (RtI): Formed several techniques, accommodations and approaches to ensure success for ELs in the
classroom.
· G/T Curriculum and Instruction- Models of Differentiated Instruction: Gained the ability to utilize knowledge of students in order
to promote consistent learning.
· Bilingual Read Aloud: Learned the four paramount characteristics (Purpose, Preparation, Participation and Practice) to deliver a
successful read aloud.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
TEACH FORWARD HOUSTON 2016-2020
· HISD Teach Forward Fellow – Part of the inaugural class of The Teach Forward Houston Program.
READ HOUSTON READ 2016
Volunteer
· Attended Foster Elementary on a weekly basis to read to students and create an extended activity.
VOLUNTEER IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (VIPS) AT PATTERSON ELEMENTARY 2015-2016
Volunteer
· Aided 3rd grade summer schoolteachers by grading papers and working with students one on one.
· Completed over 100+ hours of volunteering.
· Assisted for a school dance fundraiser.
KAPPA DELTA CHI SORORITY, INC. 2016-2020
Vice President, Historian, New Member Educator Assistant, Special Projects, Publicity
· Oversaw committee chairs (7) to ensure work was well executed.
· Strengthened sisterhood bonding though prayer and planning activities.
· Handled social media accounts to communicate information.
· Organized end of year banquet highlighting the organization’s accomplishments.
Skills
· Fluent in English and Spanish (read, write and speak)
· Proficient with latest Microsoft – Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
References:
· Diana Lum – Academics Program Manager, HISD (DLUM@houstonisd.org, 512-787-9422)
· Abigail Bustamante – Mentor Teacher (Abigail.Bustamante@houstonisd.org, 713-344-5136)