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Buddy Jones

Murfreesboro,Tennessee

Summary

Focused Educator, passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Upper Elementary Teacher

Houston ISD
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 07.2022
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements.
  • Maintained well-resourced classrooms to promote physical and emotional safety.
  • Upheld values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff.
  • Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics.
  • Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.

Program Leader

Houston ISD (Outdoor Education Center)
Trinity TX, TX
07.2012 - 07.2018
  • Mentored talented team Outdoor educators, effectively increasing morale and interaction.
  • Taught environmental science to HISD's 5th grade population during an immersive 3 day camping experience.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish educational and experiential goals.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality education and experience for students.
  • Created staffing and facility requirements to support educational offerings.
  • Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
  • Recruited and trained top-quality educators and support staff to maximize program success.

Education

Alternative Teaching Certification - Education

Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Houston TX
05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05.2016

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Behavior management
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Team management
  • Test preparation

Timeline

Upper Elementary Teacher

Houston ISD
07.2018 - 07.2022

Program Leader

Houston ISD (Outdoor Education Center)
07.2012 - 07.2018

Alternative Teaching Certification - Education

Texas Teachers of Tomorrow

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Middle Tennessee State University
Buddy Jones