Erim Escalona

English as Additional Language Teacher
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Work experience

  • English as Additional Language Teacher

    HD Beijing Bilingual School
    2025.08-Current(9 months)
    · Design and deliver differentiated English language instruction for students in Grades 6–8 across multiple proficiency phases, aligned with school curriculum standards. · Develop and implement inquiry-based and project-based learning units that integrate reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. · Use data from formative and summative assessments to guide language support plans, track progress, and adjust instruction for individual learners. · Incorporate translanguaging strategies and scaffolds to help students access grade-level content while developing academic English. · Communicate regularly with parents and guardians through ManageBac and school platforms to share progress, goals, and strategies for continued language growth. · Participate in cross-curricular projects, house competitions, and multicultural events that promote global citizenship and intercultural understanding.
  • ESL Campus Lead Teacher

    Garland Independent School District
    2020.08-2022.08(2 years)
    · ESL campus lead teacher for grades 6-8 · Newcomer Ambassador – meet newcomers on the first day of school to build ongoing mentorship and provides linguistic support in the classroom · Conducts effective professional development sessions targeting sheltered instruction strategies · Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) Coordinator – Facilitates and maintains a systematic approach to initial enrollment, assessment, and end of year LPAC procedures while staying in compliance with district, state and federal guidelines regarding ESL education · Conducts demonstration lessons and facilitates classroom observations to improve instruction for ESL students · Facilitates peer coaching by working with teachers to plan, deliver, and analyze lessons · Facilitates grade-level team/department meetings to analyze ESL assessment data, review student work, debrief classroom observations and best practices, identify student needs, and plan differentiated instruction · Facilitates targeted Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) tutorials to assist ESL students with improving assessment scores · ELLevation software expert – utilizes the data to make informed decisions for ESL students and track students’ language development over time, create and manage individualized learning plans for each student · Collaboratively establishes a culture that welcomes and honors families and community and seeks ways to engage them in student learning · Sponsors the Multicultural Club to develop campus unity and celebrate diversity · Serves on the Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS) Committee to create and execute plans and procedures to promote school safety and positive behavior
  • 8th Grade Literacy Lead Teacher

    Terrell Independent School District
    2020.01-2020.08(8 months)
    · Creates data-driven lesson plans aligned with Texas Education Agency curriculum standards · Develops differentiated lesson plans to accommodate the different types of learning needs · Provides small group instruction to reinforce specific literacy skills based on reading level · Incorporates sheltered instruction strategies to support English Language Learners · Integrates a variety of technological tools into lessons · Develops a variety of literacy stations to build on specific literacy skills · Leads grade level literacy Professional Learning Community (PLC) sessions with English/Reading teachers that reflect on instructional strategies and student outcomes · Uses a variety of instructional strategies to promote higher order thinking collectively and independently · Maintains accurate, detailed records of student grades, attendance, achievements, and behaviors · Executes classroom management procedures to ensure a safe and organized classroom environment · Develops positive parent-teacher relationships · Fosters student morale and confidence
  • 8th Grade English Teacher

    Terrell Independent School District-Terrell
    2017.08-2020.01(2 years)
    · Develop and implement lesson plans in accordance with state standards and district curriculum guidelines · Provide instruction in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis · Create a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to academic success · Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students · Use a variety of instructional strategies and resources to engage students in learning · Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments · Provide timely feedback to students and parents on academic performance · Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and assignments · Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents/guardians · Participate in faculty meetings, professional development activities, and curriculum planning sessions · Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and achievement
  • Business Education Teacher

    Faith Family Academy
    2015.08-2017.08(2 years)
    · Develop and implement curriculum for courses in Professional Communications and Business Information Management, aligned with state standards and district goals · Create engaging and interactive lessons that incorporate a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students · Teach students essential communication skills, including verbal, nonverbal, written, and digital communication techniques · Instruct students on the fundamentals of business information management, including word processing, spreadsheet management, database management, and presentation software · Provide hands-on training and practical application of technology tools relevant to professional communication and business management · Incorporate real-world scenarios, case studies, and project-based learning activities to enhance students' understanding and application of course concepts · Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity · Utilize technology effectively to enhance instruction, communication, and student engagement · Assess student learning through a variety of formative and summative assessments and provide timely feedback to students to support their growth and development · Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and stakeholders to support student success and contribute to the overall improvement of the school community · Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in professional communication, business technology, and education

Educational experience

  • University of Texas at Arlington

    Curriculum and Instruction in Literacy Studies
  • University of Dallas

    Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management
  • University of Phoenix

    Business Management

Certificates

Texas Education Agency English Language Arts & Reading 4-8 Active ESL Supplemental EC-12 Active Business Education 6-12 Active Reading Specialist EC-12 Active
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