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Ivan Silva, a dedicated professional with a solid educational background and a profound passion for Communication, holds a Master’s degree in Communication and graduate certificates in Media Relations and Training and Consulting.
I am pursuing an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley further to expand my expertise and knowledge in leadership and education. This ongoing educational journey reflects my commitment to personal growth and desires to make a positive difference in the field.
Throughout my academic career, I have achieved significant milestones. In May 2012, I earned a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Communication Studies from the University of Texas-Pan American. Before that, I obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mass Communication, specializing in Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations, from the same institution in December 2009.
Having completed a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, specializing in Advertising and Public Relations, I have developed a solid basis for effective communication. I am a firm believer in combining state-of-the-art technology with proven methods to ensure the delivery of high-quality and impactful messages and education.
To augment my skills and knowledge, I have also completed graduate certificates. In December 2011, I obtained a Graduate Certificate in Media Relations & Strategic Communication. Subsequently, in May 2012, I acquired a Graduate Certificate in Training and Consulting from the University of Texas-Pan American. These certifications have provided me with valuable expertise in these specific areas.
Driven by a genuine passion for effective Communication and an unwavering dedication to personal growth, I continue to evolve as a skilled professional in the field. With my extensive education and diverse experience, I am positioned to impact the world of Communication significantly and beyond.
- Graduate Certificate in Media Relations & Strategic Communication, University of Texas-Pan American, December 2011
- Graduate Certificate in Training and Consulting, University of Texas-Pan American, May 2012
- UTPA NSF Intellectual Property: Copyright and Patents Program, National Science Foundation, University of Texas-Pan American, November 2011
- Google Level 1 Educator Certification
- Google Level 1 Educator Certification
- Adobe Creative Educator Level 1
- Generalist (EC-6)
- English Language Arts and Reading (4-8)
- Journalism (8-12)
- Speech (7-12)
- Business and Finance (6-12)
- Technology Education (6-12)
- Bilingual Edu Supplemental-Spanish (EC-12)
- GT 30 Hours Training
- TESA
- SIOP
- ELPS
- TEA Reading Academy
K-12 Teaching Experience
AV Production, Jimmy Carter Early College HS, La Joya ISD 2018-Present
Interpersonal Communication Dual Enrollment, Jimmy Carter Early College HS, La Joya ISD 2018-Present
Professional Communication Dual Enrollment, Jimmy Carter Early College HS, La Joya ISD, 2017-Present
Journalism, Jimmy Carter Early College HS, La Joya ISD, 2017-2018
Fifth Grade, John F. Kennedy Elementary, La Joya ISD, 2015-2017
Fourth Grade, John F. Kennedy Elementary, La Joya ISD, 2012-2015
Texas Success Initiative, Fifth Grade Summer School, La Joya ISD, 2013-2015
Secondary Experience
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Adjunct Lecturer I 2016-Present
Communication 1311 – Intro to Communication
Communication 1307 – Intro to Mass Communication
Communication 1315 – Public Speaking
South Texas College, Adjunct Lecturer I, 2017-Present
Speech 1311 – Intro to Comm
Speech 1315 – Public Speaking
Speech 1318 – Interpersonal Communication
Speech 1307 – Introduction to Mass Communication
Instructor & Course Designer, Introduction to Digital Marketing, 2016-2017
UTRGV Continuing Education
Instructor & Course Designer, Certificate in Digital Marketing, Fall 2015
UTRGV Continuing Education
ACT Instructor, 2013-2017
Knowsys Educational Services, L.L.C. / UTPA Continuing Education
Instructor & Course Designer, Certificate in Web Design – Photoshop, 2013-2017
UTPA Continuing Education
GRE Instructor, 2013-2017
Knowsys Educational Services, L.L.C. / UTPA Continuing Education
SAT Instructor, 2012-2017
Knowsys Educational Services, L.L.C. / UTPA Continuing Education
LSAT Instructor, 2012-2017
Knowsys Educational Services, L.L.C. / UTPA Continuing Education
- 2023
- Junior Class Sponsor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- Junior Grade Level Department Head, Jimmy Carter Early ECHS
- DEIC Committee Campus Representative, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- Red Gold News Student Publication, Advisor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coordinator, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coach – Journalism: Copy Editing, Headline Writing, News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing\
- #CarterCares Sponsor
- 2022
- Sophomore Class Sponsor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- Sophomore Grade Level Department Head, Jimmy Carter Early ECHS
- Campus Social Committee Member
- Campus TIA Committee Member, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- SBDM Committee Member, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- Red Gold News Student Publication, Advisor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coordinator, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coach – Journalism: Copy Editing, Headline Writing, News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing\
- #CarterCares Sponsor
- 2021
- Campus CTE Teacher High School Forum Representative, LJISD
- Campus Social Committee Member
- Campus TIA Committee Member, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- SBDM Committee Member, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- Red Gold News Student Publication, Advisor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coordinator, Jimmy Carter ECHS
- UIL Coach – Journalism: Copy Editing, Headline Writing, News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing
- #CarterCares Sponsor
- School Tour Lead, District Open House, 2022
- TSI Test Proctor
- TSI Reading Tutor
- Coached TAFE Students in Preparation for Regional/State Competition
- Coached Students for Luminary Scholarship Interview
- Coached and trained FBLA students (Tech)
- SBDM Committee Member
- Recruitment Media Development
Department of Communication Arts Instructional Course Designer Summer 2020, Spring
1311 Introduction to Speech Comm., 1307 Introduction to Mass Comm., 1318 Interpersonal Comm.
2018-2022
Campus CTE Teacher High School Forum Representative
Campus TIA Committee Member, Jimmy Carter ECHS
Sophomore Class Sponsor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
Sophomore Department Head, Jimmy Carter Early ECHS
Red Gold News Student Publication, Advisor, Jimmy Carter ECHS
UIL Co-coordinator, Jimmy Carter ECHS
UIL Coach – Journalism: Copy Editing, Headline Writing, News Writing,
Feature Writing, Editorial Writing
La Joya ISD Middle School District Meet Ready Writing Judge 2018
Steam Room Student Wellbeing, Sponsor, Jimmy Carter ECHS 2018-2019
Texas Library Association Youth Media Awards, Student Advisor 2018-2019
Scholastic Art & Writing Competition, Advisor 2018-2022
Love is Love, LGBT+ Student Org., Advisor, Jimmy Carter ECHS 2019
La Joya ISD Spelling Bee, Pronouncer 2018
JFK RoboKids, Robotics Founding Coach 2018
JFK Elementary Techie Tuesday Professional Learning Group, Founder/Coach 2018
Elementary Campus UIL Coordinator 2015-2017
UIL Coach – Spelling 2017
UIL Coach – Spelling 2012-2015
TAIS Campus Committee Member 2014-2015
PBIS Campus Committee Member 2014-2017
OLWEUS Campus Committee Member 2014-2017
Campus Expository Writing Cross-curricular Training Fall 2014
TAIS Campus Plan Presentation Fall 2014
FESTIVE Student Conference – Presenter – Nonverbal Communication May 2009
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
South Texas Designer & Developer Alliance – Member 2010 – Present
Mental Health Professionals Del Valle – Consultant 2012 – 2018
Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley – Consultant 2009 – 205
Rio Grande Valley Social Media Club – Member 2009 – 2015
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
Region One Tech2Connect, May 2017
A Spark in the ELA Classroom: Using Adobe Spark to Enhance Comprehension
La Joya ISD: EdTech Institute 2018 July 2018
Integrating Apple Classroom and Schoolwork into Instruction and Routines
La Joya ISD: EdTech Institute 2017 July 2017
A Spark in the ELA Classroom,
AVID Campus Training 2019
AVID Campus Training 2018
UIL Academic Clinic: Robotics Training 2018
UIL Academic Clininc: Spelling Training 2018
Campus Technology Training: iPad Integration 2018
LJISD Apple Academy 2017-2018
Apple Teacher
Class Dojo School Mentor 2014-Present
LJISD Annual CAMT Share Fair Conference K-12th Grade, September 2017
UIL Academic Clinic August 2017