Brittany Ford
Education
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Dallas Independent School District, excelling in classroom management and fostering student engagement. Adept at differentiated instruction, I enhance learning through innovative lesson planning and strong relationship building, ensuring all students thrive in a supportive environment. Committed to continuous improvement and collaborative learning.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Creative teacher offering 11 years of experience developing and implementing elementary mathematics and science course curriculum. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Contributed to the school community by serving on various committees related to curriculum development, school improvement initiatives, and fundraising efforts.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Teacher
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Care
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Elementary education
- Data-driven instruction
- Cultural sensitivity
- Community involvement
- Faculty collaboration
- Special needs students
- Instructional best practices
- Inquiry-based learning
- SMART board aptitude
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (EC-6) Generalist Certification
- Texas Reading Academies Certificate
- CPR Certified- National Health and Safety Association
Timeline
Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2015 - Current
Teacher
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
08.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Care
Stephen F. Austin State University
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