DALVA JULIANA PARSLEY
Powder Springs
Summary
Georgia-certified ESOL educator with a Master of Education in Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students and over 10 years of experience supporting multilingual learners in the United States and Brazil. Experienced in WIDA assessment administration, language acquisition, compliance monitoring, and district-level ESOL program support. Fluent in English and Portuguese and committed to promoting academic success for multilingual learners.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District ESOL Teacher / ESOL Program Leadership Support (K–12)
Washington County Schools
Sandersville, GA
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Provided direct English language instruction and support to 25 English Learners in grades K–12 representing six diverse language groups: Nepali, Hindi, Gujarati, Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators to develop accommodations and instructional supports that promote student success.
- Administer WIDA Screener and ACCESS assessments district-wide.
- Managed district-wide English Learner identification, placement, monitoring, documentation, and compliance processes in partnership with the ESOL Director, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and district requirements while supporting program implementation, student services, and communication with school administrators across all schools.
- Translate school documents and communications for multilingual families.
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Ridge Road Primary
Sandersville, GA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivered standards-based instruction, designed differentiated lessons, and collaborated with grade-level teams to improve student achievement.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques to promote positive learning environments.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Ridge Road Primary
Sandersville, GA
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Supported classroom instruction, assessments, interventions, and served as substitute teacher when needed.
- Supported classroom activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials for varied learning needs.
Kindergarten Teacher
Maple Bear Canadian School
Brazil
07.2010 - 08.2012
- Taught students in an English immersion environment and promoted language development and cultural awareness.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro01-2025
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education
State University of Minas Gerais
Brazil01-2004
Skills
- Parent communication
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Differentiated Instruction
- WIDA ACCESS and WIDA Screener
- SIOP Framework
- Structured Literacy
- ESOL Program Compliance
- Infinite Campus
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office
- Classroom Management
- Bilingual (English/Portuguese)
Certification
- Georgia Professional Teaching Certificate (Certificate ID: 1816235)
- ESOL Certification (P–12)
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
District ESOL Teacher / ESOL Program Leadership Support (K–12)
Washington County Schools
08.2024 - 05.2026
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Ridge Road Primary
08.2022 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Ridge Road Primary
09.2020 - 07.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Maple Bear Canadian School
07.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education
State University of Minas Gerais
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students
Georgia Southern University