Martha H. Lupercio

To continue in the position of Family and Community Engagement Specialist at Lowell School, where I can leverage my skills in relationship-building, cultural competency, and community outreach to foster strong partnerships between families, schools, and local organizations. Dedicated to supporting student success by creating inclusive, collaborative environments that empower families and promote active participation in the educational process.

Job Objective:

To support student success as a Family and Community Engagement Specialist at Phoenix One Elementary School District by building strong, trusting relationships with families and community partners, and creating inclusive opportunities for collaboration and involvement.

Kindergarten & First Grade Teacher

Lowell School | Phoenix, Arizona] | 35 Years

• Taught and nurtured the academic, social, and emotional development of students in kindergarten and first grade for 35 years.
• Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state and district standards.
• Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning styles, abilities, and English language proficiency levels.
• Established a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promoted respect, curiosity, and a love of learning.
• Collaborated with colleagues, administrators, and specialists to support student success through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies.
• Mentored new teachers and student teachers, sharing expertise and best practices in early childhood education.
• Led parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong home-school partnerships to support student growth.
• Integrated technology into the classroom to enhance learning and develop digital literacy skills.
• Organized and participated in school-wide events, assemblies, and community engagement initiatives.
• Recognized by school leadership and district officials for dedication, innovation, and long-standing impact on student achievement and school culture.
• Collaborated with team of administrators and teachers to receive the A+ School of Excellence Award in 2006.

• Early Childhood Education
• Substitute Certificate in Elementary Education

Was recognized as an outstanding teacher by Phoenix Midtown Optimist Club in 2003.  Also received recognition as an exemplary teacher by  Chicanos Por La Causa and given the  Esperanza Award in 2006.   Was awarded the Phoenix Elementary School District S.T.A.R. Award in 2015.