Detail Oriented Data Entry and Operations Leader

YVONNE M. COOTS

************@*****.*** • 817-***-**** • Midlothian, TX

SUMMARY

Dynamic K-2 Biliteracy Curriculum Specialist with over 27 years of diverse experience in education, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. Proven ability to enhance student outcomes through innovative ESL strategies and professional development initiatives. Successfully developed bilingual curricula for Pre-K and K summer programs, leveraging the Understanding by Design framework. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment that empowers teachers and supports student achievement.

EXPERIENCE

IMRA LEAD- TEXAS, Team facilitator and coordinator May 2025 - Present

Guided and empowered the review team to execute the instructional materials review process effectively and efficiently. Arlington ISD, Fort Worth ISD, Lewisville ISD, Dallas ISD, TEACHER (Retired 2023) Aug 1996 - May 2023

Demonstrated experience in teaching elementary and secondary grades 1–6 as a classroom instructor, including curriculum development and leadership of extracurricular activities. Integrated educational technology into teaching practices and assumed leadership responsibilities. Designed targeted instruction utilizing formal and informal assessments within a self-contained classroom environment. Monitored and assessed student progress regularly to inform instructional strategies. Yvonne Estes Photography & Tassels and Tails Portraiture, BUSINESS OWNER & PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER Aug 2015 - Present

Oversaw all facets of the business to ensure sustained success and growth. Championed the business's achievements through visionary leadership, adaptability, and informed decision-making. Created high-quality visual content by capturing compelling images that convey messages, tell stories, or preserve meaningful moments. Estes Educational Consulting, EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT Aug 2013 - May 2017

Provided expert guidance to schools to enhance teaching, learning, and educational outcomes. Facilitated training workshops for teachers and administrators focused on ESL instructional strategies. Ensured educational programs were aligned with state and federal regulations as well as best practices.

DBU & UTA, ADJUNCT PROFESSOR

Jan 2011 - May 2018

Served as part-time faculty teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in ESL and Bilingual Education. Supervised and evaluated student teachers during their clinical teaching experiences as a field mentor. Lewisville ISD, SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION & INSTRUCTION COORDINATOR Jul 2010 - May 2013

Developed instructional programs and coordinated district-wide professional development initiatives in collaboration with curriculum supervisors; created bilingual/ESL Pre-K and K summer school curricula utilizing the Understanding by Design framework; provided coaching for teacher instruction. EDUCATION

DALLAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY

M.Ed. • Reading and ESL

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

BBA • Marketing

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Bilingual / ESL Teacher (Grades 1-6)

Texas Education Agency • Issued Jun 1997

Reading Specialist/Consultant (PK-12)

Texas Education Agency • Issued Jan 2025 - Expires Dec 2030 YVONNE M. COOTS - page 1 of 2

Early Childhood Education Certification

Texas Education Agency • Issued Jan 2025 - Expires Dec 2030 Teacher 1-8, Elementary

Texas Education Agency • Issued Jan 2025 - Expires Dec 2030 Legacy Master Reading Teacher

Texas Education Agency • Issued Jan 2019

SKILLS

Instructional Design & Curriculum Development • Bilingual-Spanish • Communication & Public Speaking • Collaboration

& Relationship Building • Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring • Understanding by Design Framework • Project Management • Problem Solving & Adaptability • ESL instructional strategies • Photography YVONNE M. COOTS - page 2 of 2

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