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Betty Hogan

Monahans,TX
Betty Hogan

Summary

With a proven track record at Monahans Wickett Pyote ISD, I excel in leveraging interactive learning and problem-solving abilities to enhance student engagement and achievement. Specializing in project-based learning, I've led teams to state-level competitions and significantly contributed to professional development, showcasing my dedication to educational excellence and team building.

Overview

19
years of professional experience

Work History

Monahans Wickett Pyote ISD

Robotics and Technology Teacher
08.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Selected for Space Force FIRST Leadership Experience for an all expense paid robotics teacher leadership trip to Patrick Space Force Base in Melbourne, FL
  • Wrote grants and gathered community business sponsorships to fund a new robotics and engineering pathway at the high school.
  • Trained and developed students' skills in robotics and computer programming and led a competitive robotics team to two state level competitions.
  • Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information in robotics and technology.
  • Facilitated student discussion and provided opportunities for students to apply knowledge to real-world scenarios through robotic assignments and competitions.
  • Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
  • Developed curricula and course syllabi covering required subject areas and promoting student knowledge.
  • Used lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.

Natchitoches Parish School Board

Chemistry Teacher
08.2018 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Facilitated teacher professional development on how to effectively use Google Classroom during the Pandemic
  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, Google Slide presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
  • Provided teacher professional development on Social and Emotional Learning post-Pandemic

Monahans Wickett Pyote ISD

Special Education/Science/Math Teacher
08.2017 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Served as case manager for 14 special education students to help them achieve academic success.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Facilitated ARD meetings to ensure all appropriate parties were present for district compliance.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children in a STAAR remediation class
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways, including the use of Lead4Ward strategies, Brozo's Literacy Strategies, and all technology applications in Google Suite for education.

Midland Independent School District

7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher
08.2016 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans in a technology rich environment, giving students individual support for English language learners from Mexico, Africa, and Burma.
  • Completed weekly PLC meetings for data collection and analysis
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.

Natchitoches Parish School Board

Special Education Content Mastery Teacher
10.2015 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Case manager for 12 freshmen, advocating for them to receive accommodations to ensure academic success.
  • Completed IEP coordination with advisory meetings, weekly parent contact, IEP meetings with all stakeholders.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Implemented Reflex Math grant to improve basic math skills.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and dropout prevention.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

Centerpoint School District

Special Education Teacher and Case Manager
08.2015 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.

Academy for Technology, Engineering, Science, Math

Chemistry Teacher
08.2014 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Maintained records of student progress and lab completions, using Google classroom.

Austin ISD

IPS Teacher and Special Education ARD Facilitator
08.2013 - 05.2014

Job overview

  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Claiborne Parish School Board

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
01.2013 - 05.2013

Job overview

  • Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.

Louisiana Methodist Children's Home

Science and GED Teacher
01.2012 - 12.2012

Job overview

  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
  • Helped students develop lifelong skills to support vocational goals such as diligence, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Related to students through consideration of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Claiborne Parish School Board

High School Science Teacher
08.2011 - 10.2011

Job overview

  • Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
  • Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
  • Developed and administered detailed science curriculum for high school students.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.

Lincoln Parish School Board

High School Science Teacher
08.2008 - 12.2010

Job overview

  • Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
  • Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
  • Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to entire high school student body.
  • Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
  • Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.

Dubach School

Distance Learning Spanish and PE Teacher
01.2008 - 05.2008

Job overview

  • Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop, implement, and assess IEP plans.
  • Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.

Killeen ISD

ISS Teacher and Basketball Coach
08.2007 - 12.2007

Job overview

  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Morehouse Parish School Board

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
08.2005 - 05.2006

Job overview

  • Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.

Education

Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA

Specialist in Educational Technology Leadership from Technology Education
12-2017

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA

Master of Arts from Secondary Education
08-2006

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA

Bachelor of Arts from Biology
05-2004

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student assessment
  • Instructional practices
  • Interactive Learning
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Professionalism
  • Professional Development
  • Individualized education programs
  • Multitasking
  • Team building
  • Distance learning management
  • Project-based learning

Timeline

Robotics and Technology Teacher

Monahans Wickett Pyote ISD
08.2021 - Current

Chemistry Teacher

Natchitoches Parish School Board
08.2018 - 05.2021

Special Education/Science/Math Teacher

Monahans Wickett Pyote ISD
08.2017 - 05.2018

7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher

Midland Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017

Special Education Content Mastery Teacher

Natchitoches Parish School Board
10.2015 - 05.2016

Special Education Teacher and Case Manager

Centerpoint School District
08.2015 - 10.2015

Chemistry Teacher

Academy for Technology, Engineering, Science, Math
08.2014 - 01.2015

IPS Teacher and Special Education ARD Facilitator

Austin ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher

Claiborne Parish School Board
01.2013 - 05.2013

Science and GED Teacher

Louisiana Methodist Children's Home
01.2012 - 12.2012

High School Science Teacher

Claiborne Parish School Board
08.2011 - 10.2011

High School Science Teacher

Lincoln Parish School Board
08.2008 - 12.2010

Distance Learning Spanish and PE Teacher

Dubach School
01.2008 - 05.2008

ISS Teacher and Basketball Coach

Killeen ISD
08.2007 - 12.2007

7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher

Morehouse Parish School Board
08.2005 - 05.2006

Northwestern State University

Specialist in Educational Technology Leadership from Technology Education

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Master of Arts from Secondary Education

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Bachelor of Arts from Biology
Betty Hogan