Amy Reece
Summary
A seasoned educator, I have excelled in fostering growth mindsets and collaborative teamwork across various grades at Slaton ISD. Specializing in curriculum alignment and classroom management, my strategies have significantly enhanced student engagement and academic performance, leveraging data-driven decisions to tailor instruction for diverse learning needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Science Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary units of study that connected science concepts to real-world applications.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance while maintaining consistent routines within the classroom setting.
- Provided support for struggling learners through targeted interventions and additional resources, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on best practices in science education, applying new techniques to enhance classroom instruction effectively.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing hands-on experiments and interactive activities in lesson plans.
Master Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and presented weekly professional development for teachers on the CTE campus.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and research-based best practices for teaching excellence.
- Established positive relationships with teachers through regular communication and conferences, promoting a supportive connection for classroom success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to ensure their success in the classroom.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units, fostering a deeper understanding of course material across subjects.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and adapt teaching strategies based on student needs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Tahoka ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
6th Grade Science Teacher
Harmony Science Academy
08.2013 - 05.2014
5th Grade Teacher
Southcrest Christian School
08.2012 - 05.2013
4th and 5th Grade Science Teacher
Ralls ISD
08.2007 - 05.2012
5th and 6th Grade Science Teacher
Post ISD
12.2004 - 05.2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2004
Skills
- Active listening
- Growth mindset encouragement
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Curriculum alignment
- Data-driven decision making
- Classroom management
- Instructional planning
- Organization
- Documentation and reporting
- Laboratory management
- Testing and grading
Accomplishments
- Earned TIA Recognized distinction for the 2020-2021 school year.
- Science Education Fellow with the TTU/HHMI CISER Education Program.
Timeline
5th Grade Science Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2023 - Current
Master Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
8th Grade Science Teacher
Slaton ISD
08.2016 - 05.2022
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Tahoka ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
6th Grade Science Teacher
Harmony Science Academy
08.2013 - 05.2014
5th Grade Teacher
Southcrest Christian School
08.2012 - 05.2013
4th and 5th Grade Science Teacher
Ralls ISD
08.2007 - 05.2012
5th and 6th Grade Science Teacher
Post ISD
12.2004 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
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