Anissa Lawson
Fort Worth,Tx
Summary
Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with teachers and students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building through high quality instruction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Crowley ISD
Fort Worth, USA
11.2016 - Current
- Educated students in fourth grade for one year, now focused on PreK for nine years.
- The last 4 years in PreK, have been in PreK Blend, a mix of general and SpEd populations.
- In these roles I have been the grade level team lead for 6 years.
- Led team meetings, created activities for classroom, campus, and community involvement to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated district PD training and contributed to multiple district committees for EC department, collaborating on data and curriculum improvements.
- Worked with colleagues to enhance data analysis, curriculum development, and schedule and report card restructuring for the district.
- I have also been a member on hiring panels for different campus positions.
- Mentored first-year and new teachers, providing guidance and support to foster their professional development.
- One of my joys for the last 3 years, has been the role of coaching 3rd-5th graders in district competitions, in the Hispanic Heritage and Black History Quiz Bowls.
Level 1 Specialist Caseworker
Department of Family and Protective Services
Fort Worth, USA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed skills in child welfare through structured internship program. and worked for Child Protective Services as a Level 1 Specialist Caseworker.
- Conducted visits with children and families, connecting them to vital resources to support their well-being.
- Facilitated communication between families and social workers for case updates.
- Coordinated services and resources for clients, enhancing access to assistance and support.
- Conducted assessments to determine eligibility for support programs.
Volunteer Leader
GYYC Gyrl, Yes You Can Non-Profit
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Led GYYC youth programs at community center, engaged in community center and after school program activities, and mentored youth girls.
Pharmacy Technician
Merck Pharmaceutical Company
07.1998 - 11.2013
- Functioned as a pharmacy technician and trainer, resolving internal pending issues in the pharmaceutical company.
Education
BSW - Social Work
University of Texas–Arlington
Associates of Arts -
Tarrant County College
EC-6 Generalist Certification Program -
ACT Dallas
Texas Southern University -
Texas Southern University
Diploma -
Everman High School
Skills
- Inclusive teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Engaging lesson design
- Team collaboration
- Time Management
- Discipline
- Data analysis
Certification
- Diversity Program Certification, University of Texas–Arlington, 05/14/16
- English as a Second Language Certification, 11/17
- Special Education (EC-12) Certification, 12/22
Timeline
Teacher
Crowley ISD
11.2016 - Current
Level 1 Specialist Caseworker
Department of Family and Protective Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
Volunteer Leader
GYYC Gyrl, Yes You Can Non-Profit
01.2012 - 01.2015
Pharmacy Technician
Merck Pharmaceutical Company
07.1998 - 11.2013
BSW - Social Work
University of Texas–Arlington
Associates of Arts -
Tarrant County College
EC-6 Generalist Certification Program -
ACT Dallas
Texas Southern University -
Texas Southern University
Diploma -
Everman High School