Billie Jean Robertson
Bartlesville
Summary
Engaging and patient educator committed to promoting a safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects, including Music and English Language Arts.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Pawhuska Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful relationships among students.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student performance to inform instructional decisions, leading to higher achievement levels across the board.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, enhancing my effectiveness as a teacher.
- Developed strong parent-teacher partnerships by maintaining open communication lines and involving parents in their children''s learning process.
3rd Grade Grammar School Teacher
Cornerstone Classical Academy
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Lead Grammar and Spelling Instructor for grades second through sixth
- Facilitated Grammar workshop for incoming teachers
- Co-lead workshop for incoming families on the ELA curriculum
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities and class discussions.
- Prepared, administered, and graded daily work and tests to evaluate students' progress.
- Director of Annual Christmas Program
Music Educator
Founders Classical Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Create and prepare lesson plans that incorporate TEKS and the Classical School model.
- Positive communication with parents.
- Director of annual Christmas Program in collaboration with other campus departments.
- Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Specialized in Kodaly with Orff methods of musical instruction.
- Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory, and history.
Educator
Cornerstone Classical Academy
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Director of annual Christmas Program.
- Tested students with quizzes, essays and exams to gauge learning comprehension.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Taught Kindergarten, 3rd and 4th grade, Science 1st-4th Grade and Music for PK3-6th Grade
English as a Second Language Teacher
Frontrunner International Education
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Responsible for implementing English lessons online for students in China.
- Supplemented lessons with creative and interactive games to apply newly acquired English words and skills.
- Tested, evaluated and counseled students regarding academic performance and goals.
Pre-Kindergarten Educator
Dewey Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Write and create lesson plans that correlate to the Oklahoma State PASS Standards.
- Managed Classroom behavior for 20 students.
- Implemented focused lessons for reading readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
Kindergarten Educator
Jane Phillips Elementary
08.2013 - 09.2014
- Write and create lesson plans that correlate to the Common Core Standards.
- Integrate the Arts to encourage creativity in learning.
- Implemented focused lessons for reading readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
Music Educator
W.H. Burnett Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2013
- Write and create lesson plans that incorporate TEKS and support all areas of academics Coordinate and direct winter program and spring programs for over 600 students yearly.
- Lead and participated in various committees such as Family Literacy Night and Early Childhood Week.
- Manage classroom behavior for Head Start/Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten grade levels.
- Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Specialized in Kodaly and Orff method of musical instruction.
- Directed Winter and Spring programs for elementary school.
Education
Certification of Elementary Education -
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2006
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
East Central University
Ada, OK05.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- Public Speaking
- Smart Board
- Promethean Board
- Educational Platforms: Edmodo, Google Classroom
- Creative learning strategies
- Test preparation
- Performance direction
- Lesson planning
Certification
Texas Certificate EC-6
Oklahoma Certification PK- Grade 3 and Grades 1-8
References
Dr. Lisa Alonso Math/STEM
PTAA-North Dallas Campus
(469) 766-5642
Lalonsoindallas@gmail.com
A’ndrea Hunter Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Cornerstone Classical Academy
(918) 214-5943
awa1621@yahoo.com
Angela Peterson 4th grade
Founders Classical Academy-Mesquite
(469) 474-3367
anpeterson@responsiveedtx.com
Dalpheny Kilgore Physical Education K-6
Founders Classical Academy-Mesquite
(469) 223-0392
dkilgore@responsiveedtx.com
Timeline
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Pawhuska Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
3rd Grade Grammar School Teacher
Cornerstone Classical Academy
10.2021 - 06.2023
Music Educator
Founders Classical Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
English as a Second Language Teacher
Frontrunner International Education
03.2017 - 01.2018
Educator
Cornerstone Classical Academy
08.2016 - 05.2019
Pre-Kindergarten Educator
Dewey Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2015
Kindergarten Educator
Jane Phillips Elementary
08.2013 - 09.2014
Music Educator
W.H. Burnett Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2013
Certification of Elementary Education -
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
East Central University
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