Bridgette Haynes
3010 Magnolia Pass Lane League City
Summary
Compassionate Special Educator skilled in creating productive, efficient learning environments. Possess specialized skills in individualized instruction, behavioral intervention strategies, and curriculum adaptation to meet diverse student needs. Excel in empathy, communication, and patience, ensuring every student feels valued and supported in achieving personal growth and academic success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten -4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
PSAT Online Academy
Houston
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Taught students synchronously and asynchronously
- Met with students virtually on a weekly basis to deliver lessons
- Developed curriculum using TEKS
- Developed individual lesson plans tailored to each student’s current grade level TEKS
- Planned and consulted regularly with fellow teachers.
- Kept on going communication with my student’s parents/guardians.
- Taught various kinds of math at standard, remedial and advanced levels.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Adapted lessons based on student needs while ensuring alignment with state standards.
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring concepts.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement and rewards for academic achievement.
- Established classroom rules and procedures for a safe learning environment.
PPCD Teacher
L.F. Smith Elementary
South Houston
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Worked daily with the students in areas of life and social skills.
- Developed lesson plans using TEKS tailored to each student’s IEP.
- Planned and consulted regularly with general education teachers.
- Planned for and attended ARD meetings for each of my students.
- Kept on going communication with my student’s parents/guardians.
- Incorporated speech, physical and/or occupational therapy goals into daily lessons.
- Attended staff developments and faculty meetings.
- Supervised paraprofessionals and made sure they had all the training they needed.
- Taught special education summer school every summer employed with Pasadena Independent School District.
- Attended professional developments and trainings offered by district and outside the district regularly.
Preschool Instructor
Kandiland Day School
Friendswood
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Taught children critical skills such as colors, shapes, numbers and letter recognition.
- Developed daily learning activities for children to ensure preparation for kindergarten resulting in future success.
- Directed activities that endorse physical, mental and social development.
- Met with parents to discuss children’s development, progress and needs.
Long Term Special Education Substitute Teacher
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena
01.2007
- To ensure the students routine was not disrupted.
- To make sure the students were learning what the teacher had in the lesson plans for that day.
- Plan lessons for the remainder of the school year.
Education
Curriculum and Instruction - Special Education, Educational Research & Assessment, Foundations of Education, Educational Assessment for Special Needs, The Differentiated Classroom, Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Assessment, Technology and Diversity
Liberty University
Virginia04.2025
Communication Sciences & Disorders Certificate - Introduction to Phonetics, Anatomical/Physiological Bases Speech, Hearing Sciences, Language Science, Speech Science, Introduction to Audiology, Clinical Methods/Treating Communication Disorders, Speech/Language Acquisition, Aural Rehabilitation
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona01.2017
Alternative Teacher Certification Program (ATCP) - Area of certification: Generalist (EC-4) / Special Education (EC-4)
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena, TX01.2008
Graduate level education classes - Human Growth and Development, Foundations of Reading, Diagnosis and Remediation of Difficulties
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX01.2008
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in Business Administration
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX01.2004
High School Diploma -
Clear Brook High School
Friendswood, TX01.2000
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- IEP implementation
- Effective communication
- Behavior management
- Parent engagement
- Collaboration with educators
- Progress monitoring
- Hands-on learning
- Multitasking and organization
- Assigning and grading work
- Patience and persistence
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Distance learning
- IEP development
- Differentiated instruction
Education Professional Development
- Liberty University, Online, 01/01/23, Present, Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education, Educational Research & Assessment, Foundations of Education, Educational Assessment for Special Needs, The Differentiated Classroom, Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Assessment, Technology and Diversity
- Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, 01/01/16, 12/31/17, Communication Sciences & Disorders Certificate, Introduction to Phonetics, Anatomical/Physiological Bases Speech, Hearing Sciences, Language Science, Speech Science, Introduction to Audiology, Clinical Methods/Treating Communication Disorders, Speech/Language Acquisition, Aural Rehabilitation
- Certified Texas Educator, Texas, 01/01/08, Present, Generalist (EC-4), Special Education Supplemental (EC-4)
- University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX, 01/01/07, 12/31/08, Human Growth and Development, Foundations of Reading, Diagnosis and Remediation of Difficulties, Graduate level education classes taken for ATCP program
- Pasadena ISD, Pasadena, TX, 01/01/07, 12/31/08, Alternative Teacher Certification Program (ATCP), Generalist (EC-4), Special Education (EC-4)
- Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, 01/01/00, 12/31/04, B.S., Psychology, Business Administration
- Clear Brook High School, Friendswood, TX, 01/01/97, 12/31/00, High School Diploma
Timeline
Kindergarten -4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
PSAT Online Academy
08.2024 - 12.2024
PPCD Teacher
L.F. Smith Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2010
Long Term Special Education Substitute Teacher
Pasadena ISD
01.2007
Preschool Instructor
Kandiland Day School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Curriculum and Instruction - Special Education, Educational Research & Assessment, Foundations of Education, Educational Assessment for Special Needs, The Differentiated Classroom, Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Assessment, Technology and Diversity
Liberty University
Communication Sciences & Disorders Certificate - Introduction to Phonetics, Anatomical/Physiological Bases Speech, Hearing Sciences, Language Science, Speech Science, Introduction to Audiology, Clinical Methods/Treating Communication Disorders, Speech/Language Acquisition, Aural Rehabilitation
Arizona State University
Alternative Teacher Certification Program (ATCP) - Area of certification: Generalist (EC-4) / Special Education (EC-4)
Pasadena ISD
Graduate level education classes - Human Growth and Development, Foundations of Reading, Diagnosis and Remediation of Difficulties
University of St. Thomas
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in Business Administration
Prairie View A&M University
High School Diploma -
Clear Brook High School
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