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Arlene Davenport

Smithville

Summary

Professional educator with strong expertise in English and Language Arts instruction. Demonstrates solid track record of fostering student engagement and academic growth. Highly collaborative team player known for adaptability and results-driven approach. Proficient in fostering student engagement and literacy development.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Smithville ISD
08.2010 - 06.2025


  • Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
  • Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues.
  • Created language arts lesson plans for on level students, gifted and talented students, English Language Learners, and special education students to meet learning needs, adhere to curriculum standards and build interest in learning.
  • Teamed with other faculty members and parents to outline IEPs for gifted, talented and special education students, addressing diverse teaching approaches for special learning requirements.
  • Achieved high levels of parent satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their writing skills over time.
  • Boosted reading comprehension levels with targeted strategies and individualized instruction plans.
  • Promoted critical thinking by challenging students with analytical exercises and open-ended questions.


Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Village Christian School
08.1998 - 06.2009

Education

Master of Arts - English Literature

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
06-2002

Bachelor of Arts - English

San Jose State University
San Jose
05-1996

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creative writing
  • Individualized learning
  • Special needs support
  • Text analysis
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading comprehension
  • Feedback techniques
  • Problem-solving skills

Certification

- Certified in Texas to teach English Language Arts Grades 4-12.


- Supplemental Certification in English as a Second Language (Grades 4-12)


- Supplemental Certification in Special Education (Grades 4-12)

Timeline

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Smithville ISD
08.2010 - 06.2025

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Village Christian School
08.1998 - 06.2009

Master of Arts - English Literature

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Bachelor of Arts - English

San Jose State University

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