Experienced Professor and structured academic professional demonstrating proven success in fostering student learning outcomes through creative and innovative curriculum delivery methods. Adept in driving thought-provoking class debates to promote student engagement and learning. Aiming to secure an opportunity to apply twelve years of instructional experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor of Integrated Reading and Writing
Houston Community College System
08.2017 - Current
Taught Integrated Reading and Writing courses, providing instruction to students requiring courses in Developmental English
Identified student strengths and weaknesses to create tailored learning activities, including self guided instruction, cooperative learning and project based activities
Evaluated student comprehension using exams, quizzes and assignments and managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies
Transitioned course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software for McMillan Education Learning Software and Canvas Learning Systems
Integrated technology into classroom instruction including video and online learning platforms
Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
Team Leader (Lead Teacher)
Galena Park Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
Acted as liaison between teachers and administration in order to solve faculty concerns as well as relay important information regarding day to day functioning of school
Worked on the Campus Testing Team to organize and plan testing logistics and administer all state mandated assessments to students.
Scheduled and facilitated Parent Meetings and organized all relevant documentation and information regarding student needs, development and progress
Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning
Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety
Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies
Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics
Middle School Teacher
Galena Park Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2017
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities
Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard, chromebooks and utilization of Google Instructional Suite
Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers
Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments
Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club