AFSOON HARRISON
Katy
Summary
Results-driven EC–6 educator with ESL certification and demonstrated success leading a 20-student elementary classroom focused on literacy growth, academic rigor, and inclusive instruction. Skilled in TEKS-aligned curriculum design, data-informed intervention cycles, and language development strategies for multilingual learners. Recognized for fostering strong classroom culture, student leadership, and collaborative campus partnerships.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher – ELA & Social Studies
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
Katy, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Lead a 20-student classroom delivering rigorous, TEKS-aligned literacy and social studies instruction
- Design and implement structured small-group intervention cycles based on formative and benchmark data
- Integrate language objectives and ESL strategies to accelerate academic vocabulary and comprehension for English Learners
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic needs, including inclusion and resource students
- Strengthen written response performance through explicit modeling, rubrics, and targeted feedback
- Collaborate in PLCs to analyze student performance data, align instruction, and implement reteach strategies
- Build strong home–school partnerships through consistent communication and academic updates
Paraprofessional – Special Education
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
Katy, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Support inclusive classroom environments through implementation of IEP accommodations and scaffolded instruction
- Provide targeted academic support to increase student engagement and learning access
Student Teacher – 1st Grade (Self-Contained Classroom)
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
Katy, TX
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered whole-group and differentiated small-group instruction in ELAR and Math
- Applied Science of Teaching Reading practices to support foundational literacy development
- Implemented structured classroom management systems promoting academic focus
Long-Term Substitute – 4th & 5th Grade
Katy ISD
Katy, TX
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assumed full instructional and classroom management responsibilities mid-year
- Maintained instructional continuity and supported STAAR readiness efforts
Administrative Assistant
M-I SWACO
Houston, TX
01.1996 - 01.2008
- Managed executive-level reporting, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination
- Developed organizational leadership and professional communication skills transferable to education
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies – Elementary Education (EC–6)
University of Houston – Victoria
Katy, TXSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Texas Teaching Certificate – Generalist (EC–6)
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification
- Science of Teaching Reading
- Educative Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA)
LEADERSHIP & CAMPUS IMPACT
Live Like Lucas Foundation, Co-Founder, 2021, Present, Direct community outreach initiatives supporting special needs families in West Houston
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher – ELA & Social Studies
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher – 1st Grade (Self-Contained Classroom)
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
01.2023 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional – Special Education
Shafer Elementary | Katy ISD
08.2022 - Current
Long-Term Substitute – 4th & 5th Grade
Katy ISD
01.2021 - 01.2022
Administrative Assistant
M-I SWACO
01.1996 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies – Elementary Education (EC–6)
University of Houston – Victoria