Alyssa Odneal
Cypress,TX
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher- Rennell Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Cypress, Texas
08.2020 - Current
- Systematically plan and implement lessons that differentiate the needs of all students as an ESL teacher in the Co-Teach program.
- Incorporate best teaching practices by researching and enforcing blended learning techniques in the classroom.
- Building relationships with students by engaging them in purposeful learning.
First Grade Teacher- Holmsley Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Cypress, Texas
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Created a student-centered learning environment that allowed students to learn from each other.
- Created a connection with parents to build on student support and ensure that all needs are being met.
- Researched and implemented the best teaching practices in a curriculum that had never been taught before.
Kindergarten Teacher- Holmsley Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Cypress , Texas
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Planning with co-workers to create successful, meaningful lessons.
- Used PBIS to implement class expectations that gave students ownership over their behavioral achievement.
- Creating a safe and welcoming environment for all students in my class allows for engaged learning and positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2016
Skills
- Differentiating the needs of all students through blended learning strategies in the ESL and Co-teach classroom
- Excelling in classroom management through research and peer collaboration
- Collaborating with colleagues to create best learning for all students
- Supporting teachers and future teachers as they grow in the education profession
Certification
- Generalist: Grades EC-6th, 2017
- ESL Supplemental, 2017
- GT Certification, 2019
- Reading Academy, 2024
Accomplishments
- Rennell Elementary Teacher of the Year, 2025
Leadership
Team Leader (2019-2020, 2023-2024, 2024-2025)
- Served as a liaison between my team and the administration
- Planned grade-level field trips and upcoming activities
- Planned with the campus improvement plan committee
New Teacher Mentor (2022-2023)
- Supported new teachers in curriculum and teaching strategies
Student Teacher Mentor (2022-2023)(2025)
- Guided student teachers in creating successful academic goals
- Created a plan for teacher/student success as they learned in the classroom
Rennell Elementary Dance Coach (2024-2025)
- Guding 2nd and 3rd grade dancers in 4 different performances through the year
ESL LPAC Representative (2021-2024)
- Created and implemented a plan for english language learners on campus
CPOC Committee (2019-2020, 2023-2024, 2024-2025)
- Planned with colleagues and the community to make goals for our school and student success
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher- Rennell Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2020 - Current
First Grade Teacher- Holmsley Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
Kindergarten Teacher- Holmsley Elementary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University