Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Substitute Teacher
Aledo ISD
09.2022 - 05.2023
Adhered to classroom routines in order to support student environments and keep schedules consistent.
SKC Teacher
Fayetteville Boys & Girls Club
12.2020 - 08.2021
As the LEAD teacher of the School Kids Club at Vandergriff Elementary School, I was responsible for writing daily schedules, running monthly fire and safety drills, keeping effective communication between parents and myself, and managing 60 children through educational play and academic-based activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Tarleton State University
Fort Worth, TX
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05.2022
Certifications
Science of Teaching Reading
Core Subjects EC-6th Grade
Professional Pedagogy and Responsibilities
Gifted and Talented Certificate of Excellence
Presidents Volunteer Service Award
Accomplishments
Gifted an Talented Certificate of Excellence
Served on the PBIS (Positive behavior Intervention and Supports) leadership team to support students through enforcing appropriate behavior expectations on campus.
Abroad educational experiences in Honduras, Jamaica, and the Bahamas
Working with a variety of programs such as Eureka Math, STEMscopes, IXL, ST Math, and i-Ready
Awards And Volunteer Experiences
The President's Volunteer Service Award- 500+ Service Hours
Abroad Mission Trips to Bahamas, Jamaica, and Honduras
References
Dr. Elizabeth Garcia, Graduate Studies & TMATE Coordinator, degarcia@tarleton.edu
Carolyn Lee, Back Elementary School Principal, clee@garlandisd.net