Adriana Cortez Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York, New York, United States

In this role, my duties primarily involve curriculum design for multiple subjects, including global history, Spanish, music appreciation, and ethnic studies. I am also responsible for collaborating with multiple stakeholders to ensure student success in all four subject areas. In addition to these responsibilities, I also use restorative practices to create a warm learning environment.Notable Contributions★ Encourage student engagement by designing student-led activities within the curriculum★ Incorporate opportunities for social-emotional learning throughout each learning session ★ Collaborate with grade team to identify areas of need and develop effective solutions★ Identify and reach learning objectives by organizing work sessions that involve backward planning and priority-setting

New York, New York, United States

As the Head TF for this course, I utilized a proactive, organized, and student-centered approach to ensure effective roll-out for a required graduate-level course in the Online Education Leadership (OEL) program. I supported the learning and growth of 90 students, all of whom have eight or more years of professional experience in the education sector. Here are some other responsibilities I had in this role:★ Developed and implemented efficient communication workflows through template revision, new feedback form creation, and document updates★ Ensured seamless course flow by managing Zoom links, building Canvas Cohorts, and crafting detailed checklists for Teaching Fellows★ Facilitated smooth course integration via personalized section introductions, effective Rallly polls for meeting preferences, and targeted Cohort emails★ Promoted accessibility by distributing slides with accommodations and organizing Panopto recordings for future reference★ Revised and reorganized lesson slides for clarity and accuracy, including updating dates, creating templates, and ensuring agenda links★ Collaborated effectively with instructors by distributing agendas, scripts, and other materials to both the professor and the teaching team★ Possess strong proficiency in Canvas platform, utilizing its features to manage sections, post materials, and organize resources★ Effectively implemented Calendly for convenient meeting scheduling and ensured accessibility through Zoom link integration

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Here, one of my key tasks is to conduct in-depth research in order to analyze literature associated with anti-racist education practices in the US and socio-politically relevant pedagogy abroad.I also identify areas of opportunity, revise written resources, as well as improve accessibility and relatability to audience in close collaboration with the research team.Apart from the above, I create additional resources for educators to use in classrooms.Key Contributions★ Authored public-facing resources, which highlighted welcoming pedagogy within refugee education contexts.★ Created engaging content by interpreting raw data, utilizing coding process, and exploring relevant / applicable information.★ Designed and curated lessons / extension activities using Universal Design for Learning to supplement educator resources.★ Searched resources on the project website to identify most useful resources and create enrichment learning activities around them.

Remote

In this role, I was tasked with formulating course materials / tools with Teaching and Learning Lab to support online learning, including interactive and engaging discussion prompts and activities.It was me who partnered with professors to create more inclusive practices for linguistically gifted students.Notable Contributions★ Facilitated 90 online Master of Education Leadership students and met learning needs by auditing current syllabus.★ Co-created learning objectives with the TLL (teaching and learning lab) team based on syllabus review, learning materials, and consultations with the professor.★ Ensured improved student user experience by incorporating their feedback into design decisions.★ Added new content related to student identities and experiences to re-design syllabus.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

In this role, I organized engaging, student-centered learning sessions for 55 graduates (using Zoom) and liaised with colleagues and Lead TF so that online learning platforms could be utilized effectively.Apart from the above, I assisted students on Slack, during office hours, and via email.Furthermore, I coordinated with faculty instructor to lead student sections.Notable Contributions★ Oversaw the launch of a re-designed online professional graduate course by responding to questions / concerns and incorporating input from the A011D teaching team.★ Communicated written / oral feedback in classroom environments that ultimately enhanced performance of graduate students.★ Strengthened professional relationships in classroom community.

New York, New York, United States

During my time here, I was responsible for re-designing existing literacy and social studies curriculum along with my teaching duties. By leveraging my leadership skills, I steered dual language teaching team focused on streamlining curricular framework for grammar progression in Spanish.It is worth noting that I liaised with Math Inquiry Team consisting of 12 educators to set school-wide math goals.In addition to the above, I evaluated Measures of Student Learning (MoSL), IEPs, and assessments with special emphasis on planning effective lessons and small group instruction.I also enabled students to gain access to the curriculum by modifying learning materials in English and Spanish.Notable Contributions★ Identified the need to improve participants' skillset and led family engagement workshops across grade level to enhance overall performance.★ Boosted performance of new language learners and students with disabilities through small group intervention.★ Facilitated 12 co-teachers by designing and organizing school-wide professional learning workshops.★ Coached / mentored new teachers to develop pedagogical practices for ENL and special education students in ICT (integrated co-teaching) classroom.★ Implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) and developed S.M.A.R.T. goals in line with students’ performance.★ Taught students in Newcomer’s Institute, an after-school program designed to increase math and literacy skills for newly arrived students in the US.★ Fundraised $3K+ for inclusive classroom supplies like culturally relevant books, flexible seating options, and technology devices.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

-Quickly and efficiently navigated online platforms to post job descriptions and reach target audiences-Examined files for troubleshooting errors and independently researched and applied problem-solving techniques-Supported the Job Distribution team by seeking out opportunities to take on new tasks

Master'S Of Education, International Education Policy

Activities and Societies: Women of Color Collective (WoCC) Leadership Team - Social Media Co-chair Latin American Education Forum.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Special Education And Teaching

Activities and Societies: New York City Teaching Fellows Cohort 21

Bachelor'S Degree, International Development

Activities and Societies: Amnesty International, AIESEC, Women's Resources CenterMinor: Gender and Women's studies

Study Abroad, International Relations

Activities and Societies: Campus Life, Human Rights Club