Brittany D. Lusk
Pearland,TX
Summary
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in English as Second Language instruction. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and classroom management. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Known for fostering inclusive and engaging learning environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Houston ISD
01.2026 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to promote engagement and retention.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions to ensure academic success.
Fourth Grade Teacher
The Rice School Houston ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Monitored and tracked students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) progress.
- Fostered positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing feedback to support growth.
- Integrated technology into curriculum enhancing interactive learning experiences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language proficiency levels.
- Implemented interactive teaching strategies to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Mentored junior teachers, enhancing instructional strategies and classroom management.
Kindergarten Teacher
Barbara Cockrell Elementary- Pearland ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to develop instructional lesson plans and activities that aligned with the Texas Essential Skills and Knowledge (TEKS).
- Performed beginning of the year assessments using the Benchmark Assessment System (BAS).
- Implemented the Fountas and Pinnell learning instructional material.
- Monitored and tracked students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) progress.
- Transitioned to a full online learning environment.
- Tracked students’ progress on a Microsoft Excel Sheet
- Communicated with students and parents weekly.
- Created remote-learning lesson plans and provided feedback virtually.
Kindergarten Teacher
MacGregor Elementary School- Houston ISD
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with grade-level team to develop instructional lesson plans, activities and instructional materials.
- Performed running records to monitor individual progress. Establish small-group instructional lessons using the Jan Richardson model.
- Setup effective work stations that targeted specific learning objectives.
- Regularly communicated with guardians to inform them of their children’s progress and to answer any questions and concerns they may have had.
- Assisted in school functions such as: the Cinco de Mayo program, Kindergarten Spring Musical, Black History Celebration and the kindergarten graduation program. Participated in Annual Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
Education
Master of Education - Literacy of Education
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Education EC-6
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX12-2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Dallas County Community College
Dallas, TX12-2014
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Problem-solving resourcefulness
- Effective decision-making under pressure
- Organized
- Driven and independent
- Passionate about child development
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Reliable team member
- Instructional leadership
- Pedagogical research
- Positive reinforcement
- Educational planning
- Small group instruction
Certification
- Certified Generalist EC-12, 05/2020-Current
- Certified English as a Second Language Supplemental, 02/2022-Current
- Certified Special Education EC-12, 08/2025-Current
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Houston ISD
01.2026 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
The Rice School Houston ISD
08.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Barbara Cockrell Elementary- Pearland ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
MacGregor Elementary School- Houston ISD
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Education EC-6
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Dallas County Community College
Master of Education - Literacy of Education
Lamar University
Hobbies and Interests
Gardening, traveling, fitness, science, sports, cooking, repurposing clothing and household décor, thrift shopping, music