Isidra Estrada
US History & Coaching
LISD
“Focus on your passion and skills. It's your path to walk.”
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Dyslexia
Moved from Chicago, IL to Lubbock, TX.
Within 5 years lost my Uncle, Grandmother, and Cousin.
Played varsity softball and basketball throughout high school and graduated with honors
Played college softball at the University of St. Mary's. Graduated with a major in History and Political Science with a minor in Global Studies.
Moved from KCK to ATX after college. Worked three jobs to live in the city and enjoy the city life.
First teaching job at the Youth Center of the High Plains in Amarillo, TX.
Migrated to LBK to teach / coach at LHS!!
Education
High School
Lubbock High School
Lubbock High School
Bachelor
History and Political Science
University of Saint Mary
History and Political Science
University of Saint Mary
Certification/License
8-12 Composite Social Students
Texas Tech University
8-12 Composite Social Students
Texas Tech University
Career
US History & Coaching
I try to connect todays youth with ideologies, events, and historical people who helped shape our nation.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Government
Communicating / Sharing Stories
Day to Day
7:30- 8:15 - Tutorials or visiting middle schools athletic programs. 8:15-3:55 - 3 Classes of on-level USH (preparing for the state exam 1877-2008) and 1 APUSH (preparing for the state exam as well at the APUSH exam 1492-2008) , two athletic periods (Varsity Volleyball and Varsity Softball) 3:55 - 6:45 During season there is practice, games(sometimes out of town games have an unknown ETA), cloth(keeping up with who has what and how much is needed for various teams), waiting for rides, etc .
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
Substitute, get your name in / around the schools / school district. Experience the frontlines of teaching and get your hands dirty in the grade level you think you would most prefer.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Bachelor
History and Political Science
History and Political Science
Certification/License
8-12 Composite Social Students
8-12 Composite Social Students
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
"You shouldn't teach Those who don't do teacher You'll never become a teacher because you can't write Why would you get a degree in History What do you need Political Science for That job doesn't make any money"
