MARIELA BAGAI
Schaumburg
Summary
Aspiring educational leader with a strong foundation in multilingual education, special populations, instructional systems, and school-wide culture building. Experienced in leading Tier 1–3 supports, PBIS-aligned practices, newcomer intake systems, and culturally responsive family engagement. Committed to equity-driven, data-informed leadership that integrates social-emotional learning and character development to strengthen academic outcomes, school culture, and student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
EL Teacher - Social Studies & ELA | Intake & Newcomer Liaison
Stratford Middle School
Bloomingdale
08.2022 - Current
- Serve as primary Intake and Newcomer Liaison, leading enrollment, orientation, and transition support for newly arrived multilingual students and families.
- Conduct intake meetings reviewing educational history, home language data, and initial academic and social-emotional needs to inform placement and supports.
- Coordinate English Learner identification, placement, and scheduling in collaboration with administrators, counselors, and support staff to ensure compliance with district and ISBE requirements.
- Communicate school expectations, grading practices, and support services using culturally responsive and linguistically accessible family engagement practices.
- Partner with bilingual social workers and community agencies to address attendance, adjustment, and basic needs barriers for newcomer students.
- Advocate for students through MTSS collaboration, progress monitoring, and ongoing family-school communication to support academic and social-emotional success.
- Developed and implemented curricula for new courses in alignment with educational standards.
EL Teacher (4th and 5th Grade)
South Elementary School
Des Plaines
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed social studies curriculum integrating cultural relevance and academic standards.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and community stakeholders to support student success.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance language acquisition and literacy skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs and language proficiency levels.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments that promoted cultural awareness and language acquisition.
- SD 62
Long Term Substitute Teacher (3rd Grade)
Central Elementary School
Des Plaines
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate English language development into core curriculum subjects.
- Developed curricular materials to meet the needs of all students using common core standards.
- Successfully established rules, routines, and reward systems for classroom management.
- Implemented IEP and MTSS needs for students with unique needs.
- Collaborated with team teacher to plan lesson for all of third grade.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to address specific needs of individual students and recommend strategies for improved social and educational experiences.
- Established a good rapport with parents and students to build mutual respect and accountability in the classroom.
- SD62
Long Term Substitute Teacher (3rd Grade)
South Elementary
Des Plaines
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate English language development into core curriculum subjects.
- Developed curricular materials to meet the needs of all students using common core standards.
- Successfully established rules, routines, and reward systems for classroom management.
- Implemented IEP and MTSS needs for students with unique needs.
- Collaborated with team teacher to plan lesson for all of third grade.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to address specific needs of individual students and recommend strategies for improved social and educational experiences.
- Established a good rapport with parents and students to build mutual respect and accountability in the classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration
North Central College
Naperville, IL12.2025
Education, MA - English as a Second Language endorsement, Bilingual endorsement-Spanish
Dominican University
08.2020
Elementary Education, B.A. -
Northeastern Illinois University
08.2018
Skills
- Newcomer Intake, Enrollment, & Transition Systems
- Multilingual Family Engagement & Cross-Cultural Communication
- English Learner Identification, Placement, & ISBE Compliance
- MTSS Collaboration & Tiered Student Supports
- Cross-Department & Community Partner Collaboration
- Equity-Centered School Leadership Practices
- PBIS & Restorative Practices Implementation
- Scheduling, Documentation, & Case Management
- Social-Emotional & Behavioral Support Coordination
- Instructional & Student Support Team Leadership
Languages
Spanish, Native
Endorsements
- Principal as Administrator Endorsement / Administrative Endorsement
- LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist I (pending ILTS Exam)
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Bilingual Education k-12 - Spanish
- Elementary Education 1-6
References
- Katie Girardot - Curriculum Coordinator of Middle Schools 630-539-3142
- Magdalena Silva - Director for English Language Services - 630-539-3139
- Korrie McCarry - Principal - 630-671-8800
- Kelly Klein - Assistant Principal - 630-671-4300
Timeline
EL Teacher - Social Studies & ELA | Intake & Newcomer Liaison
Stratford Middle School
08.2022 - Current
EL Teacher (4th and 5th Grade)
South Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Long Term Substitute Teacher (3rd Grade)
Central Elementary School
03.2019 - 05.2019
Long Term Substitute Teacher (3rd Grade)
South Elementary
08.2018 - 12.2018
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration
North Central College
Education, MA - English as a Second Language endorsement, Bilingual endorsement-Spanish
Dominican University
Elementary Education, B.A. -
Northeastern Illinois University