Honor Society® member
Raquel Medina
8th Grade Science Enrichment Teacher at Alamo Middle School
- University of Texas at Arlington
- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction –Science Education
- Class of 2018
- Pharr, Texas
Member since January 2017
About
I am currently a student at the University of Texas at Arlington where I am pursuing a degree as a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, with an emphasis in Science Education. Aside from being a full time student, I am also a second year teacher at Alamo Middle School. I feel very honored to be able to work with a special population of students as an 8th Grade Science Enrichment teacher. It brings me great joy to work along English Language Learners (ELLs) as I was once an immigrant and ELL student myself and understand the struggles my students face. My mission as a teacher is to motivate, inspire, encourage, and support students so they can continue to build a foundation for life-long learning and success beyond my class. For this reason, I plan to continue my education after my master's degree, so I may be better equipped to educate and mentor my students towards personal growth and great achievements.
Education
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University of Texas at Arlington
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction –Science Education
2016 – 2018
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University of Texas- Pan American
Bachelor of Science in Biology Minor in Spanish
2014 – 2015
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Baylor University
2011 – 2014
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South Texas College
High School/ Dual Credit
2008 – 2010
Honors and awards
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Dean's list
This honor was given by UTPA while I was an undergraduate student for receiving a 4.0 GPA during my Fall, 2014 semester.
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Merit Based Scholarship
This award was given by Baylor University when I was an undergraduate student in 2011, Fall semester
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Top 10% Scholarship
This is a scholarship given to students in Texas that graduate at the top 10 percentile of their class.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My career goal is to become a dual credit teacher and be able to teach college level courses to high school students.
- Graduate school interests
My educational goal is to receive a doctoral degree in education.
- Outside the classroom
During my free time I enjoy playing cello, reading motivational self-help books, and finding fun and engaging experiments for my students on Pinterest.
Experience
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8th Grade Science Enrichment Teacher
Alamo Middle School
Aug 2016 – May 2017
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6th Grade Science Teacher
Alamo Middle School
Sep 2015 – May 2016
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Sales Associate
Ann Taylor
Sep 2014 – Oct 2015
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Telecounselor
Baylor University Admissions
Aug 2013 – May 2014
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Office Support
Pediatric Associates at Ridge
Jun 2013 – Aug 2013
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Medical Office Specialist
RGV Footcare, P.A.
Jun 2010 – Aug 2010
Volunteering
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After school cello aide instructor
AMS Orchestra
Sep 2015 – May 2016
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Quinta Mazatlan Gardening Mornings volunteer
City of McAllen
Apr 2015 – May 2015
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Prayer Team member
Baylor Catholic Campus Ministry
Aug 2013 – May 2014
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Children's group mentor
Family Abuse Center
Oct 2012 – May 2013
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After school mentor program
Cedar Ridge Elementary/ Baylor LEAD LLC
Jan 2012 – May 2012
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Stepping Out volunteer
Baylor University
Aug 2011 – May 2012
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After School mentor program
Brook Avenue Elementary/ Baylor LEAD LLC
Aug 2011 – Dec 2011
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Junior volunteer
Edinburg Children's Hospital
Jun 2010 – Jul 2011
Languages
- Spanish Advanced
Additional information
Organizations
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Science UIL Sponsor
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Spelling UIL Sponsor
