Friday, September 16, 2016

Dr. Jerry Gibson

Superintendent of Schools
Marshall Independent School District
1305 E. Pinecrest
Marshall, TX 75670
Dr. Gibson and Members of the Search Committee,
It is an honor to work for the school district I attended for 13 years and the one that
helped mold me into the professional that I am today. I truly believe in our MISD vision that
every MISD school will be a thriving, dynamic, and inspiring educational environment that
produces self-directed learners and stimulates citizens of all ages to trust in, invest in and
benefit from public education.
I would love to give back and invest in our community by applying for the Bilingual
Coordinator position at Marshall ISD. As an instructional leader, I will work effectively to facilitate
the professional development and growth of teachers and support the development of
researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance. I will do
my best to ensure that parents are aware of the education their children are receiving, are active
participants in the decision making process involving their children's education, and are trained
to help their children be successful.
It brings me great joy to serve others for I know that is my purpose. I am truly a team
player and I aspire to help our district grow and serve our bilingual student population
adequately and equitably. I want to ensure that our classrooms are truly student centered and
that each and every student is receiving the best education. I hope that my proficiency in both
English and Spanish allows me to communicate effectively with a wide range of our population. I
am enclosing my resume which showcases my experiences and skills. Thank you for your time.
I look forward to meeting with you.
Sincerely,

Esmeralda M. Collazo

Esmeralda M. Collazo
Bilingual Education Teacher
903-930-0512
collazoem@marshallisd.com
EDUCATION:
Master of Education

East Texas Baptist University

Educational Administration
Principal Certification

2017

Bachelor of Arts

East Texas Baptist University

Education

2012

Certifications

Bilingual Education Supplemental- Spanish

EC-6
2014

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
2012-Present

Bilingual Teacher
South Marshall STEM Academy
Marshall Independent School District
Campus Leadership:
Student Council Sponsor: Assist by advising and planning
SITE Based Committee: Helped Address most urgent
needs to be addressed
Pacing Guides and Lesson Planning
Translating for the school and district
Cinco de Mayo Committee: Help with the organization
Helped train teachers in STEM is for Everyone and in
school writing workshops
Mentor for bilingual teachers

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE:

2016 Elementary STEM Training
2016 STEM is for Everyone
2015 Balanced Literacy
2015 Capturing Kids Hearts
2014 Trail of Breadcrumbs
2013 Six Traits Writing
2013 Sheltered Workshop Instruction
2013 LPAC Training
2103 Accommodations, Modifications, and Participation Requirements for Students with
Disabilities
2013 ELPS Training

2013 Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning

2012 GT Training
2012 Thinking Maps

Professional References:

Tamekia Johnson, Assistant Principal

South Marshall STEM Academy
903-927-8770 ext. 1602
johnsontl@marshallisd.com
Raquel Campa ,M.Ed.
Bilingual/ESL Coordinator
(903) 927-8700.
camparm@marshallisd.com
Montoya Turner
Fourth Grade Team Leader
STEM Academy
(903) 407-0243
TurnerMM@marshallisd.com
Nadine Roach
Fourth Grade Teacher
South Marshall STEM Academy
(903) 407-2213
roachn@marshallisd.com
Kay Lynn Sumner
Kindergarten Teacher
South Marshall STEM Academy
sumnerkl@marshallisd.com