Audrey Fox
Summary
Motivated Science Teacher demonstrates scientific concepts by using apparatus, experiments, charts, sketches and other instructional aids. Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design and instructs pupils in proper use, care and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment and plant and animal life. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide orderly, productive environment during instructional activities and support educational mission. Highly qualified Science Teacher with 12 years of experience teaching high school in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Donna ISD
Donna, TX
2010.08 - Current
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Assessed student knowledge of algebra and geometry and applied appropriate methods to address learning needs.
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and Texas's core educational standards.
- Talked with students in need of extra attention and made plans to assist with concerns.
Customer Service Representative
Convergys Inc
Pharr, TX
2005.08 - 2010.07
- Communicated with vendors regarding backorder availability, future inventory and special orders.
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Evaluated account and service histories to identify trends, using data to mitigate future issues.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Consulted with outside parties to resolve discrepancies and create expert solutions.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Donna High School
Donna, TX05.2004
No Degree - Psychology
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXBachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX08.2009
No Degree - Biology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Microsoft Office 2016
- Standardized Testing
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management
- Test Proctoring
- Student engagement
- K-12 education
- SMART Boards
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Educational research
- Student records management
- Testing and grading
Music
I love to sing, play, and dance to any rhythm that has a great beat!
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Science Teacher
Donna ISD
2010.08 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Convergys Inc
2005.08 - 2010.07
High School Diploma -
Donna High School
No Degree - Psychology
University of Texas At Austin
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
No Degree - Biology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley