Magdalena I.
Villa
Professional Objective: To obtain an administrative position that will utilize my educational background and
job experience to expand my knowledge, enable me to lead, and present opportunities in which my skills can
facilitate others professional growth and capacity.
Career Profile
Skilled and overtly student-focused educator and leader possessing a strong commitment to the development of
students, staff, and providing a safe and motivating learning environment.
Leadership and Organizations
Mathematics Instructional Specialist Safety Committee Chair
Teacher Evaluator and Support (TADS) LPAC Committee Chair
Title I Coordinator SDMC member
Testing Coordinator (back up) National Council Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
HUB Trainer and Campus Contact member
Ed-Plan and On-Track Trainer and Administrator National Science Teacher Association (NSTA)
Campus Induction Coach (CIC) member
Recruitment and Selection Committee Association for Supervision and Curriculum
Budget Development Development (ASCD) member
Education and Certifications
2016-2017 | Educational Leadership Masters Degree | University of St. Thomas
Principal EC-12 Certificate Expected 12/2017
2003-2004 | Teaching Certificate | University of St. Thomas
Alternative Certification Program (ACP) with HISD
Bilingual-Generalist-Spanish Grades (EC-4)
1991-1995 | Pharmaceutical Science Bachelors Degree | Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
Experience
Math Instructional Specialist, Appraiser, Testing Coordinator February 2014-Present
Rodriguez Elementary IB World School (HISD)
Earned the TEA 2017 Campus Distinction Designation in math academic achievement with 82% of the 3-5
students passing standard and 45% scoring postsecondary readiness including greater than expected growth.
Earned the TEA 2016 Campus Distinction Designation in math academic achievement with 84% of the 3-5
students passing standard and 53% scoring postsecondary readiness including greater than expected growth.
Supporting a caseload of teachers by providing individualized feedback, coaching and development to improve
teacher performance and increase student achievement.
Work with teachers and principal to review performance data and development plans (interventions), and to
identify teachers strengths and prioritize most pressing development needs to increase student achievement.
Monitor teachers efficacy in applying new skill and impact on student learning
Model research-based teaching strategies, co-teach, and plan with PK-5 grade teachers.
Lead group learning opportunities focused on increasing teacher effectiveness in mathematics during weekly
PLCs.
Plan collaborating interventions by grade level based on data.
Appraise a group of 9 teachers and 4 non-teachers. Ability to resolve conflicts amongst teachers and students.
Coordinate District assessments, reports, and data analysis.
District and State testing coordinator (back-up).
Campus Induction Coach (CIC) Organize and monitor mentor/ beginner teacher relationship and weekly
requirements. Professional Development is also provided during monthly meetings.
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Fifth grade, Mentor, School Math Lead Teacher August 2012- February 2014
Rodriguez Elementary IB World School (HISD)
Self-Contained teacher for a class of GT, Regular, ELL, and Special Needs students.
Instructional day provides for a flexible small groups and cooperative learning to provide maximized instruction
for all learning styles and academic needs.
Create and map curriculum to meet the needs of HISD, Texas, and the International Baccalaureate Program as
well as facilitate the 5th grade PYP exhibition.
Provide professional development for grade level team as well as assist school community with mathematics
instruction information.
Mentored beginner teachers. Provide professional development, planning, data analysis, teaching strategies, co-
teaching to beginner teachers throughout the school year.
Fifth Grade Math, Mentor, School Math Lead Teacher August 2011- May 2012
Rodriguez Elementary School (HISD)
Departmentalized math teacher for three classes of GT, Regular, ELL, and Special Needs students.
Instructional block provides for a flexible small groups and cooperative learning to provide maximized
instruction for all learning styles and academic needs.
Provide professional development for grade level team as well as assist school community with mathematics
instruction information.
Mentored beginner teachers. Provide professional development, planning, data analysis, teaching strategies, co-
teaching to beginner teachers throughout the school year.
Fifth Grade Science, Mentor, Team Leader August 2008- May 2011
Rodriguez Elementary School (HISD)
Departmentalized science teacher for three classes of GT, Regular, ELL, and Special Needs students.
Instructional day provides for a flexible small groups and cooperative learning to provide maximized instruction
for all learning styles and academic needs.
Mentored beginner teachers. Provide professional development, planning, data analysis, teaching strategies, co-
teaching to beginner teachers throughout the school year.
Fourth Grade Dual Language, Mentor, Team Leader August 2004- May 2008
Rodriguez Elementary School (HISD)
Self-Contained and departmentalized math/science teacher for diverse classes of GT, ELL, and Special Needs
students.
Instructional day provides for flexible small groups and cooperative learning to provide maximized instruction
for all learning styles and academic needs.
Dual-language instruction for one year.
Departmentalized math and science classroom setting for two years.
Plan and organize grade level meetings, trips, and programs such as culinary instruction.
Honors and Awards Skills & Abilities
Highly Effective Teacher Curriculum Development Data Analysis
Specialist 2016 and 2017 Curriculum Mapping Differentiation
HAABE Teacher of the Year Inquiry Lesson Planning Interventions
2009 International Baccalaureate Parent Communication
Teacher of the Year 2008 Trained Technology
Training and Mentoring Bilingual (Spanish)
References
Elena Martinez-Buley Maria Emilia Espinosa Lorena Moore
Principal, Rodriguez Elementary Assistant Principal, Rodriguez Teacher Specialist, Rodriguez
(HISD) Elementary (HISD) Elementary (HISD)
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
713-295-3870 713-295-3870 713-295-3870
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