Autumn McEwen
Iola,TX
Summary
Compassionate Educator with over 23 years of experience teaching students with a variety of learning needs. Employs variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet needs of all students. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Prepared to handle onsite, online or blended instruction.
Hardworking, responsible and reliable employee with excellent communication skills, multitasking and time management abilities. Willing to learn new skills and apply them to a new field of employment
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dyslexia Interventionist and 3rd Grade Teacher
Iola ISD
Iola, Texas
08.2017 - Current
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with dyslexia, using evidence-based strategies.
- Developed and implemented IEPs for students with dyslexia, in accordance with district policies.
- Led the dyslexia department for Iola ISD for four years
- Led the 3rd grade team for three years
- Participated in the leadership team for 5 years
- Developed, led and presented information on dyslexia and dyslexia instruction to staff and parents annually.
- Collaborated with coworkers and developed and implemented long term scope and sequences and curriculum for third grade math.
- Analyzed student data regularly and designed individualized plans to meet student needs.
- Designed and led staff development that fostered teamwork and collaboration
- Attended a multitude of workshops in the areas of math, reading and dyslexia and utilized learning in the classroom to increase student success.
- Led data based decision making meetings
- Served on curriculum committees designed to analyze and select curriculum for the district.
- Designed and implemented intervention for students during the school year and during summer school in the areas of reading, math and science.
- Coached coworkers in the areas of curriculum, instruction, student achievement and discipline.
3rd and 5th Grade Elementary Teacher
College Station ISD
Iola, Texas
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Prepared and administered formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Provided individualized instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings.
- Maintained accurate records of students' academic performance and behavior.
- Promoted creative thinking skills through project based activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure a positive school environment.
- Organized field trips to reinforce classroom learning objectives.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, and Smart Boards in the classroom.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by facilitating discussions on current events topics.
- Integrated reading strategies into daily lessons for English Language Arts classes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when addressing challenging behaviors.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for student conduct.
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as grading papers and updating attendance records.
- Adapted curriculum content to meet individual student needs.
- Employed effective communication skills when working with parents, faculty, administrators, and community members.
- Encouraged self-expression among students through art projects, writing prompts.
- Engaged students in project based assignments that emphasized problem solving skills.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Designed and managed the after school program at one campus.
Professional Development Specialist and Teacher
Bryan ISD
Bryan, TX
08.2003 - 08.2012
- Developed and implemented professional development programs to improve employee performance.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify areas of improvement for staff members.
- Mentor Teacher to a variety of teachers through the Texas Advancement Program.
- Provided individualized coaching to employees in order to develop their skills and knowledge.
- Maintained records of all training materials used in professional development activities.
- Analyzed data from evaluations to determine areas that need further attention or improvement.
- Researched best practices in the field of professional development and shared findings with colleagues.
- Taught 1st and 5th grade Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies.
- Taught Reading, Math and Science Intervention for 2nd- 5th grades.
- Participated on leadership teams on a variety of campuses.
1st Grade Teacher
Aldine ISD
Houston, TX
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of 28 first graders.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Facilitated collaborative projects between classes at different grade levels within the schoo.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in meaningful dialogue about their children's educational experience.
- Participated actively on school committees focused on curriculum development or assessment initiatives.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
Education
Master of Education - Reading
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08-2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Blinn College
Bryan TxSkills
- Instructional Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Motivating students
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Learning Style Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Student Support
- Lesson Planning
- Material Selection
- Skills Development
- Decoding and Reading Comprehension
- Progress Monitoring
- Student Records Management
Affiliations
- Iola FFA Alumni Treasurer
- Coach for Iola Youth Athletics
- Committee member for the Grimes County Fair Association for Rabbits
- Support children in FFA endevors such as; crafts, baking, horticulture, show hogs and show rabbits
Timeline
Dyslexia Interventionist and 3rd Grade Teacher
Iola ISD
08.2017 - Current
3rd and 5th Grade Elementary Teacher
College Station ISD
08.2012 - 08.2017
Professional Development Specialist and Teacher
Bryan ISD
08.2003 - 08.2012
1st Grade Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2002 - 05.2003
Master of Education - Reading
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas A&M University
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Blinn College
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