Experienced educator with experience in assessing research to modify learning strategies to meet the needs of students. Builds effective, professional, collaborative relationships with teams and individuals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher/Dyslexia Interventionist
Uplift Education
07.2018 - Current
Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Developed intervention program for students that fall below the twentieth percentile in reading.
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Richardson ISD
07.2016 - 05.2018
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Middle School Teacher
Dallas ISD
01.2012 - 05.2016
Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Education
Masters of Education - Education
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
12.2011
Skills
IEP Familiarity
Phonics
Educational Programs
Student Assessment
Individualized Instruction
Positive Learning Environment
Certification
Reading Specialist (EC-12)
English Language Arts and Reading (4-8)
Generalist (EC-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental (EC-12)
Timeline
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher/Dyslexia Interventionist
High School Computer Science & Engineering Teacher | ESports Coach | CTE Lead | CTL | Math Instructional Coach at Uplift EducationHigh School Computer Science & Engineering Teacher | ESports Coach | CTE Lead | CTL | Math Instructional Coach at Uplift Education