Esther Aguirre

607 E. Birch Ct. Ontario, CA, 91761

T: (909) 576-9394 E: esther.aguirre@gmail.com

Profile Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional who is committed to reaching each and every student and inspiring lifelong learning.
Proficient at designing Common Core lessons and activities that incorporates students’ diverse interests and captures their attention and
imagination. Enthusiastic person, who encourages parents to be an active participant in their child’s educational experiences. Hard working
and motivated educator, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to cultivate working relationships within the school community.

Education California State University, Fullerton| Fullerton, CA 2017-2019

Fullerton Online Teacher Induction Program

California State University, Fullerton| Fullerton, CA 2013-2014

Multiple Subject Credential

California State University, Fullerton| Fullerton, CA 2006-2011

Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Development

Work Chino Valley Unified School District| Chino, CA August 2015- Present
Experience Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Designed and implemented effective lessons that incorporated 21st Century Skills while meeting the needs of all students
Established and maintained cooperative, effective working relationships with children, parents, teachers and administrators
Collaborated with other grade level teachers to analyze the alignment of Common Core standards to teaching practices
 Literacy Committee Chair 2018-2019

Chino Valley Unified School District| Chino, CA August 2014- May 2015
Substitute Teacher
Instruct core subjects to all grade levels in various schools located in the Chino Valley Unified School Districts
Adhere to school standards and teachers’ guidelines and expectations
Follow lesson plans and utilize relevant activities and manipulatives to supplement the lessons
Institute effective behavior modification techniques and reinforce positive behavior to sustain a calm and controlled classroom

Long Term Substitute Teacher

 1st/2nd Grade Alicia Cortez Elementary Chino, CA January – May 2015
Planned and executed cooperative, collaborative, and inquiry lessons that met Common Core Standards
Maintained a managed classroom, independent grading, attendance, planning and assessing
Participated in Professional Learning Community meetings, Staff meetings, and District-wide trainings
 Common Core ELA February 2015
 Common Core Math March 2015

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Pipeline Program| Fullerton, CA June 2014
Teacher
Taught engaging chemistry lessons that adopted Next Generation Science Standards while integrating reading skills
Fostered students’ positive attitudes towards the pursuit of STEM careers with the use of exciting hands-on experiments
Monitored academic growth through informal and formal assessments

Rancho Heritage School| Rancho Cucamonga, CA 2011-2013

Preschool Teacher Academic Year 2011-2012
Kindergarten Teacher Academic Year 2012- 2013
Developed a curriculum that fulfilled the standards and frameworks for Kindergarten set forth by the CA Department of Education
Assessed student performance through anecdotal records, observations, formal and informal evaluations, and student portfolios
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss each child’s progress and areas of improvement, as well as inform parents of methods and
Web 2.0 resources to use at home to help their child’s development
Coordinated the musical performances and stage decoration for the Back-to-School, Winter, and Spring Performances for the
2012-2013 academic year

Skills and Certified in CPR/ AED/ First Aid

Certifications Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish