Blakely Howell
Math Facilitator
Searcy,AR
Summary
I am an energetic, enthusiastic self-starter with a sincere passion for teaching. With 24 years of teaching experience, which includes special education and behavioral expertise, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the educational landscape. Beyond my substantial background in working with students from K-5, I have also acquired valuable skills in mentoring teachers across the entire K-12 spectrum, fostering their professional growth and development. Through my involvement in both special and regular education, I have honed the ability to tailor instruction not only for struggling learners but also to those that excel. I have designed and presented professional development to our district to deepen their professional knowledge.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Facilitator
Searcy Public Schools
Searcy, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Create and present professional development
- Analyze district i-Ready data to place students in 4 quadrants, then work with teachers to develop plan for low performing and low growth quadrants
- Use Cognitive Coaching Model during coaching cycles with teachers
- Serve on district’s Guiding Coalition
- Provide personalized math curriculum support in one-on-one coaching cycles (i-Ready)
- Analyze data on district’s data dashboard to present to School Board, and used to guide coaching support
- Develop Common Formative Assessments with teachers to support PLC process and drive instruction
- Attend weekly Collaborative Team meetings by grade level
- Lead meetings with building level coaches
- Help develop standards based grading practices for grades K-1
- Align district curriculum resources to 2023 state standards
Fifth Grade Math Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Served on Leadership Team to analyze data and use it to drive instruction in our school
- Used i-Ready and Ready Classroom Mathematics as Core and Intervention lessons
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students.
- Prepared, administered and graded assignments and examinations.
- Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
Third Grade Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
08.2012 - 07.2018
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Intervention Teacher (Literacy and Math)
Searcy Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Designed lesson plans focused on age and grade level-appropriate material.
- Met daily with each class focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, and math skills to provide additional help in these areas.
- Collaborated with teachers to insure that individual needs of each child were met.
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Performed assessments prior to, during and after program.
First Grade Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
07.2007 - 07.2008
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Identified early signs of emotional, developmental and health delays or problems in students and followed up with parents.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
First Grade Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Awarded Teacher of the Year for my school, and the year of 2004, my students scored 95% proficiency on the standards based assessment.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Special Education Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2004
- Taught one year of resource where I worked between 2 elementary schools in grades 3-5, and the other 3 years were spent in a self-contained special education classroom focusing on behavior disorders.
- Successfully able to coordinate and individualize learning for 16 students and manage their behavior with one para-professional.
- Wrote IEP's for my students and met frequently with parents to discuss progress and changes to their IEP's.
- Learned that classroom management is CRUCIAL to student learning.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARBachelor of Science - Science in Education Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05.2000
Skills
- Cognitive Coaching
- Curriculum Development
- Team Building
- Goal Setting
- Computer Skills
- Work Ethic
- Analytical
- Communication Skills
- Team Management
- Mathematical Knowledge
- Empathetic
Accomplishments
- Presenter at i-Ready Success and Innovation Summit on Leadership (2023)
- First Arkansan to receive the national award from Curriculum Associates for Extraordinary Educator (2021)
- Nominated by one of my parents for the Wal-Mart grant in Northwest Arkansas and was awarded $1,000 for receiving this award.
- Awarded Teacher of the Year for Frank Tillery Elementary in Roger, AR (2004)
- Cognitive Coaching certified
Timeline
Math Facilitator
Searcy Public Schools
06.2021 - Current
Fifth Grade Math Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2021
Third Grade Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
08.2012 - 07.2018
Intervention Teacher (Literacy and Math)
Searcy Public Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012
First Grade Teacher
Searcy Public Schools
07.2007 - 07.2008
First Grade Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2004 - 07.2007
Special Education Teacher
Rogers Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Science in Education Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas