Librarian 

P.E Teacher

Art Teacher

My name is Ingrid Shadow and I am very happy to work as a counselor at Manuel Jara Elementary. I was a School Counselor at M.G. Ellis primary for 5 years and I taught at Alice D. Contreras Elementary for 12 years. Prior to becoming a teacher and school Counselor, I worked as a Social Worker and directed a holistic program at Manuel Jara.

I look forward to helping the students reach their academic, social, and emotional growth. I believe in the power of relationships and fostering a nurturing environment in which all students are able to grow in and learn.  I graduated with a B.S. and Masters’ in Social Work from Rutgers University and a M.A. in School Counseling from Amberton University. I am someone who loves to learn. I believe that learning should never stop! I live in Fort Worth with my husband and two adolescent daughters. 

My Favorites:

Travel: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Listen to  audio books (Nicholas Sparks is my favorite author)

Candy:  Dark Chocolate

Exercise: Power walking

Food:  Plant based meals/vegetarian

Past time: Watch movies with my family

Music Teacher