Monica Ybarra Portfolio by Monica Y https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio en-us 2022-07-09 03:12:45 UTC 2022-07-09 03:50:24 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f469-1f4bb.png Who am I? ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240030954 With 11 years of experience, I have gained valuable transferable skills in instructional design, relationship building, strategic planning, and project management. With a strong track record of quickly learning and adapting to new and complex situations, I am eager to leverage my diverse range of talents in a new and engaging professional setting.]]> 2022-07-09 03:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240030954 Fail Better Planning ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240031253 What a moment in my brain? Check out my planner focused Instagram!]]> 2022-07-09 03:15:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240031253 Work Experience ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240031603 Competency-Based Education Curriculum Coordinator 
2021 – 2022
  • Supported 45+ subject matter experts (SMEs) in the implementation of a new assessment program by creating administrative systems, meeting regularly, and reviewing documentation and assessment plans.
  • Created weekly newsletter graphics, resources, and communication materials for access by a variety of stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with 3 school administrators weekly to determine phases of policy implementation, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Participated alongside 24 experts in the Gates Foundation’s Shift equitable assessment design team.

Instructional Leadership Team Lead 
2021 – 2022
  • Led a team of 10 administrators, teachers and coordinators to develop and implement data-driven school-wide instructional initiatives for a return on investment (ROI) of student academic growth.

Tenured Special Education Teacher, Service Provider, General Education Teacher 
2017 – 2022
  • Designed and implemented in-person, virtual/remote, synchronous, and asynchronous curricula for special education and general education students.
  • Analyzed formative and summative assessment data to inform teaching practices while maintaining accurate records.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for a yearly caseload of 12 special education students that included student data and annual goals after consultations with various stakeholders.

Grade Level Lead 
2018 – 2021
  • Coordinated Senior activities such as incentives and significant end-of-the-year events by collaborating with venues, coordinating payments, and ensuring logistical coordination.
  • Utilized quantitative and qualitative data to identify and coordinate the implementation of academic, social-emotional, and strategic school culture interventions

Mastery Coordinator 
2016 – 2017
  • Collaborated with Principal to review data, ensure accuracy of historical grades, and Mastery student graduation progress
  • Conferenced regularly with students to ensure the completion of graduation requirements and progress towards post-secondary goals 

General Education Teacher, Grade Level Lead 
2011 – 2017
  • Designed and implemented curriculum for Dramatic Literature, Literature of the Oppressed, Art Pathways, Financial Literacy, Leadership Pathways, College Prep, Online Pathways, and social-emotional focused homeroom
  • Piloted and aided in the transitions between traditional grading, skills-based grading, and competency-based grading by co-creating school-wide and English Department competencies
  • Led the Leveling grade level by identifying and co-facilitating the implementation of academic, social-emotional, and strategic school culture priorities from 2014 to 2016
  • Presented departmental skills-based grading initiative at Illinois Reading Council Conference
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  • Collaboration 
  • Curriculum Design 
  • Data Storytelling & Analysis 
  • Growth Mindset 
  • Instructional Planning 
  • Problem Solving 
  • Project Planning and Management 
  • Team Leadership 

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  •  Canva 
  • Google Workspace 
  • Microsoft Office Suite 
  • Prezi 
  • Social Media 
  • Skype 

    • ]]>     2022-07-09 03:20:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240032461     Competency Based Education Info Graphic ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240033911 2022-07-09 03:26:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240033911 In this unconventional portfolio, I hope you are able to get to know me beyond my resume and cover letter. Welcome! ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240035915 2022-07-09 03:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240035915 Skills Based Grading: The NExt Generation ememwhy https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240039161 Created in 2013, editted in 2022]]> 2022-07-09 03:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ememwhy/ybarraportfolio/wish/2240039161