Brooke Deek
Tomball ,TX
Summary
Upbeat School Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Spring ISD/ Jenkins Elementary
08.2009 - 07.2011
- 2nd grade LA/Social Studies Teacher
- Lesson Planning that aligned with TEKS
- Pulled to administer TAKS testing as needed and TELPAS rater
- Interventionist to below level students (currently using Fontas and Pinnell program “Leveled Literacy Intervention”)
- Collaborated with Administrators on classroom management and grade level expectations
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process, open door policy, conference period time.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities, including both individual and group work
Resource Assistant
Klein ISD/Benignus Elementary
02.2009 - 07.2009
- Small groups for ARI/AMI and Tier Reading
- Worked with kindergarten students on their Letter/sound recognition and reading skills using Saxon
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work
Spring ISD/ Jenkins Elementary
01.2009 - 02.2009
- Paraprofessional with 5th grade students on Math and Reading Skills in small groups
- Reading and Math Strategies, Computer Programs.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly
- Assisted teachers with supervision in classroom
Student Teaching
Hassler Elementary
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Kindergarten first placement/ 4th grade second placement
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
Education
Bachelors of Science - Academic Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08.2008
Skills
- Time management
- Curriculum selection
- Elementary education
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Team collaboration
- Activity Planning
Accomplishments
- EC-4 Generalist Certified
- TELPAS Certified
Timeline
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Spring ISD/ Jenkins Elementary
08.2009 - 07.2011
Resource Assistant
Klein ISD/Benignus Elementary
02.2009 - 07.2009
Spring ISD/ Jenkins Elementary
01.2009 - 02.2009
Student Teaching
Hassler Elementary
01.2008 - 05.2008
Bachelors of Science - Academic Studies
Sam Houston State University