Anita Carmen Pickett
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Experienced literacy educator and instructional leader with 18 years of experience supporting secondary students and teachers in diverse educational settings. Expertise includes literacy intervention, reading instruction, instructional coaching, curriculum implementation, STAAR/EOC readiness, professional development, and cross-curricular literacy integration. Demonstrated success supporting student growth through data-informed instruction, collaborative leadership, and relationship-centered teaching practices. Recognized as a Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Master Teacher with extensive experience supporting diverse student populations and improving literacy achievement at both the classroom and district levels.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Language & Literacy Coordinator
South San Antonio ISD
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Supported secondary literacy instruction through instructional coaching, intervention support, and data-informed instructional planning.
- Worked closely with campus and district leadership teams to disseminate assessment data and identify learning gaps in order to improve student achievement.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to strengthen literacy instruction and intervention practices across grade levels.
- Supported STAAR and EOC preparation through targeted intervention planning and literacy support initiatives.
- Successfully helped double both summer and December retester performance outcomes through focused intervention support and instructional collaboration.
- Assisted campuses with literacy growth initiatives designed to improve student achievement and accountability outcomes.
Language & Literacy Coordinator
Somerset ISD
01.2018 - 07.2025
- Provided literacy leadership and instructional support across secondary campuses.
- Designed and facilitated professional development focused on reading instruction, writing strategies, STAAR/EOC readiness, and cross-curricular literacy practices.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers and administrators to strengthen literacy instruction and close academic achievement gaps.
- Supported data analysis and intervention planning to improve student performance and accountability outcomes.
- Taught 7th and 8th grade reading classes annually while also teaching English I and English II EOC intervention during summer programs.
- Supported student growth and achievement on STAAR and EOC assessments through targeted intervention instruction and data-driven instructional practices.
- Contributed to district distinction growth in Closing the Gaps and Student Achievement accountability measures.
- Supported literacy initiatives and instructional practices that contributed to Somerset ISD earning an 'A' accountability rating.
- Played a direct role in supporting student achievement and literacy growth at the junior high campus, which earned all State of Texas distinctions during tenure with the district.
Classroom Teacher / Reading Coach
San Antonio ISD
08.2010 - 01.2018
- Served as a classroom teacher at Crockett Elementary, teaching 5th grade reading and language arts while maintaining strong TAKS and STAAR performance results.
- Transitioned into a literacy coaching role at Woodlawn Academy where instructional support, reading intervention, and teacher collaboration were provided campus-wide.
- Supported teachers with lesson planning, literacy intervention implementation, instructional strategies, and student performance analysis.
- Returned to the classroom to teach 8th grade reading and English I in support of campus improvement efforts and accountability goals.
- Assisted the campus in improving academic performance and supporting efforts to exit AYP status.
- Served in a dual instructional role during the final year with SAISD by teaching English I to 8th grade students while simultaneously supporting literacy initiatives and instructional collaboration.
- Left SAISD mid-year to accept a district-level literacy leadership promotion with Somerset ISD.
Full-Time Adjunct Instructor
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Served as a full-time adjunct instructor supporting teacher preparation and literacy education coursework.
- Taught multiple courses aligned to the Science of Reading curriculum and literacy instruction practices.
- Supported pre-service teachers in developing foundational literacy instruction, reading pedagogy, and classroom application skills.
- Integrated literacy theory, instructional strategies, and classroom praxis into coursework and instructional delivery.
- Collaborated with faculty and teacher candidates to support effective literacy instruction and teacher preparation.
Classroom Teacher
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided classroom instruction and supported student academic growth in a faith-based educational setting.
- Delivered engaging literacy and content instruction designed to support student achievement and classroom success.
- Fostered positive classroom culture and relationship-centered instruction.
Teacher Assistant
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Assisted classroom teachers with instructional support, student supervision, and classroom organization.
- Supported elementary student learning through small-group instruction and classroom assistance.
- Developed foundational classroom management and instructional support skills while working collaboratively with faculty and students.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Interdisciplinary Learning & Teaching
The University of Texas At San Antonio (UTSA)
01-2019
Master of Science (M.S.) - Reading Specialization
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
01-2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
01-2007
Skills
- Literacy Intervention
- Secondary Reading Instruction
- Instructional Coaching
- Curriculum Implementation
- Professional Development
- STAAR/EOC Readiness
- Data Analysis
- Cross-Curricular Literacy
- Differentiated Instruction
- PLC Facilitation
- Assessment Design
- Student Achievement Support
- Literacy Leadership
- Eduphoria
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office
- TEKS Resource System
- Nearpod
- STAAR/EOC Data Platforms
Websites
Accomplishments
I have been awarded the Master Teacher designation since the onset of the program in 2019.
Certification
- Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), Master Teacher, 2029-12-31
- Legacy Master Reading Teacher, EC-12
- Reading Specialist Certification, EC-12
- Generalist Certification, EC-4
- Generalist Certification, 4-8
Technology Skills
- Eduphoria
- DMAC
- Google Workspace
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office
- Canvas
- TEKS Resource System
- Nearpod
- STAAR/EOC Data Platforms
Professional Leadership Training
- Writing Across the Curriculum Training Development
- Secondary Literacy Professional Development
- Curriculum Planning Support
- Teacher Mentoring
- Literacy Intervention Planning
- Campus Literacy Support
- PLC Leadership
Optional Additions
Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Master Teacher
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Language & Literacy Coordinator
South San Antonio ISD
01.2025 - 01.2026
Language & Literacy Coordinator
Somerset ISD
01.2018 - 07.2025
Classroom Teacher / Reading Coach
San Antonio ISD
08.2010 - 01.2018
Full-Time Adjunct Instructor
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
01.2009 - 01.2010
Classroom Teacher
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
01.2008 - 01.2009
Teacher Assistant
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
01.2002 - 01.2004
Master of Science (M.S.) - Reading Specialization
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Interdisciplinary Learning & Teaching
The University of Texas At San Antonio (UTSA)