Aileen Duarte - School Counselor
Aileen Duarte - School Counselor
Welcome fellow travelers through the education realm! Come see how I plan to empower students to reach their fullest potential through connection. - Your future School Counselor
Counseling Philosophy
My purpose as a BIPOC counselor is to be an ally and advocate for underserved communities.I strive to do my best to close the gap of disparities by implementing funds of knowledge, cultural components, mental health awareness, and social emotional learning.
My goal as a counselor is to positively impact every student I have the opportunity to interact with. I would begin this process by setting the tone at the beginning of the school year, starting off with engaging icebreakers and daily check-ins which will foster genuine interpersonal relationships. Secondly, I would implement social emotional learning tactics directly from the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learnings Framework. The framework is meant to “foster knowledge, skills, and attitudes across five areas of social and emotional competence” (CASEL 5), these being self awareness, self-management, social awareness, responsible decision making, and relationship skills. This can be accomplished by establishing a safe environment that allows all students to flourish and consistently encouraging them to practice positive inner dialogue. For example, by introducing a technique such as shadow work journaling students will have a place to document and process the negative or upsetting parts of their personality without judgment. This will motivate them to examine what they struggle with internally, develop their healing process, and improve their relationship with themselves.
Moreover, by being a mentor that fosters a healthy and safe environment this will allow all students to develop a sense of belonging. Therefore, supported by the relentless encouragement placed on my students, they will be able to thrive and be provided with the necessary tools to become global change makers.
“To the world you may just be a counselor, but to your students you are a hero.” - Anonymous
Portfolio
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Resume
From Aspiring Educator to Dedicated Professional: My Journey in Education
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Cover Letter
Illuminate Minds, Shape Futures: Experience in Education
Artifacts for Content Areas
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This particular artifact showcases my understanding of mathematical concepts, pedagogical strategies, and the ability to design effective instructional materials. By working on this assignment I learned different teaching strategies that allow me to better understand my students.
Click here to view —> Math Trail Project
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I am looking forward to making an engaging lesson plan that will teach my students how science is a part of every day life. Science will show me how to constructively support my students hypothesis and help them engage their critical thinking skills. I look forward to learning more about how science differs in students from marginalized backgrounds and creating lesson plans that will help them thrive.
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This artifact showcases my ability to select appropriate musical examples from diverse cultures, articulate the differences between instruments based on both sound and appearance, and create engaging activities that foster perception and analysis of artistic work. Working on this assignment enabled me to deepen my understanding of world music and refine my skills in teaching and conveying complex musical concepts to others. Reflecting on the assignment, there are several areas where I could improve if given the opportunity to redo it. Firstly, I would conduct even more in-depth research into a wider range of world musical traditions to ensure the lesson plan incorporates a diverse array of examples. Additionally, I would solicit feedback from colleagues or mentors during the planning process to gain additional insights and perspectives on how to refine and enhance the lesson plan.
Click here to view —> World Music Lesson Plan
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Working on this assignment has facilitated significant growth in my proficiency in the visual arts content area. Through research and planning, I gained a deeper understanding of effective instructional strategies and techniques for teaching art to students with diverse needs and abilities. Reflecting on the completion of this assignment, there are several areas where I could further refine and improve the lesson plan. I would seek to integrate more culturally responsive practices and diverse perspectives into the art curriculum, ensuring that all students feel represented and valued within the classroom environment.
Click to view --> Art Lesson Plan
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This artifact demonstrates my knowledge and skills in the content area by effectively integrating various body movements for transportation into the lesson plan. Additionally, I incorporated appropriate progressions and modifications to cater to students of different skill levels, ensuring inclusivity and engagement for all participants. I would strive to further differentiate the activities to integrate technology into the lesson plan to enhance engagement and provide interactive learning experiences. This could involve utilizing video demonstrations, interactive apps, or wearable fitness trackers to motivate students and facilitate skill acquisition.
Click here to view —> Physical Education Lesson Plan
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This specific lesson plan allows for 6th-8th grade students to understand the power of social change, promotes equality, and overall aids in recognizing historical struggles. By learning about this pivotal movement, children will have the opportunity to truly grasp the hardships endured by marginalized communities. As educators we must teach hard history to our students in order to foster critical thinking and provide them with the tools they need in order to challenge similar issues in their own time.
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