Noemi Villalpando
About Noemi Villalpando
Noemi Villalpando is a Learning Designer with extensive experience in education, including roles as a bilingual co-teacher and kindergarten teacher. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Latin American/Latinx Studies and a Master's degree in Elementary Education from UCLA.
Current Role at eSpark Learning
Noemi Villalpando serves as a Learning Designer at eSpark Learning since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing educational materials and strategies that enhance learning experiences. Her work includes creating AI training templates specifically for choice text and assessments, which supports personalized learning pathways for students.
Previous Experience in Education
Noemi has extensive experience in various educational roles. She worked as a Resident Bilingual Co-Teacher at UCLA Community K-12 for eight months in 2011-2012. She then served in multiple positions at Clark County School District, including Lead Kindergarten Teacher from 2013 to 2017 and Lead 2nd Grade Teacher from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she worked as a Virtual-Only Kindergarten Teacher for nine months in 2020-2021 and as a Technology K-5 Teacher/Specialist for eight months in 2019-2020. Her experience also includes a role as a School Support K-5 Teacher at Merryhill School from 2012 to 2013.
Educational Background
Noemi Villalpando earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Latin American/Latinx Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she studied from 2006 to 2009. She later obtained a Master's degree in Elementary Education and Teaching from UCLA, completing her studies from 2010 to 2012. This educational foundation supports her expertise in curriculum design and instructional strategies.
Curriculum Development Expertise
Noemi possesses strong expertise in aligning curriculum with WIDA, ELPS, and CA ELD Standards. She creates both formal and informal assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs. Her focus on technology integration in education enhances her ability to design innovative curricula that meet diverse learner needs.
Advocacy for Educational Strategies
Noemi advocates for the use of Bloom's taxonomy to promote a hierarchy of thinking skills in educational settings. Her approach emphasizes the importance of developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students, which aligns with her commitment to effective teaching practices and curriculum development.