Candy Florence
Rockwall,TX
Summary
Dedicated teacher with 25+ years of experience working with young children. I have a heart for young learners and helping them grow academically, emotionally, and spiritually. I am seeking to be a part of a Christian school that aligns with my values and offers high quality learner centered instruction. I am interested in a K4 position and would love the opportunity to be a part of your school community!
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Royse City ISD
Glenda Arnold Early Childhood Learning Center
08.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans promoting social and cognitive skills in young learners.
- Implemented classroom management strategies fostering a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through observation and tailored instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and address individual needs.
K4 Teacher
Heritage Christian Academy
Rockwall, TX
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Planning and implementing quality instruction utilizing the Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines and ABEKA curriculum.
- Teaching social-emotional awareness through lessons and providing students strategies to help self-regulate.
- Teaching all subjects through a Christ-Centered lens.
PPCD Aide (2 Years) Kindergarten Teacher (5 Years)
Rockwall ISD
Sharon Shannon Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2017
PPCD aide:
- Providing for physical and instructional needs of preschool students with disabilities.
- Assisting children during inclusion time in Pre-K classrooms. Documenting student progress.
Kindergarten Teacher:
- Planning intervention for at-risk students, documenting progress, and setting goals accordingly.
- Adapting instructions to meet a wide range of abilities and skills.
- Planning Science for the Kindergarten Team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child/Human Development And Family Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX08-2000
Associate of Science - Child Development
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-1996
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative lesson planning
- Using progress monitoring to guide instruction
- Heart to teach children about God
Accomplishments
Recently Awarded TIA Recognized Status based on top 33% performance data in student growth in the classroom and T-TESS Performance. Achieved a 92% growth rate for the 2024-2025 school year.
Certification
EC-6th Generalist
EC-6 ESL Supplemental
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Royse City ISD
08.2022 - Current
K4 Teacher
Heritage Christian Academy
08.2017 - 05.2022
PPCD Aide (2 Years) Kindergarten Teacher (5 Years)
Rockwall ISD
08.2010 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Child/Human Development And Family Studies
University of North Texas
Associate of Science - Child Development
Tarrant County College