Brittany Harris
Valley Mills,TX
Summary
Patient and dedicated teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environment. Experienced working with children and adults from wide array of cultural backgrounds to teach language skills. Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teach difficult lessons.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Summit Metals Corp
05.2012 - 11.2023
- Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new financial software.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to minimize overspending without sacrificing quality or service levels.
ESL Teacher
Clifton Elementary School
08.2001 - 05.2012
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Strengthened students writing abilities through comprehensive essay assignments and detailed evaluation of grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lesson plans that incorporated elements from various subjects into the ESL curriculum.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
- Organized extracurricular activities like language clubs or field trips related to the course content in order to reinforce learning objectives outside of the classroom setting.
Education
J.D. - Law
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TX05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX05.1994
Skills
- Testing and Grading
- Personalized Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Student Assessment
- Interactive Teaching
- Classroom Management
Accomplishments
Valedictorian of Clifton High School 1991
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant
Summit Metals Corp
05.2012 - 11.2023
ESL Teacher
Clifton Elementary School
08.2001 - 05.2012
J.D. - Law
Texas Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Abilene Christian University
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