Carrie Simonton
Cleburne,TX
Summary
Experienced educational professional with a focus on instructional leadership, data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to student success. Strong problem-solving abilities, a passion for learning, and exceptional communication skills. Committed to contributing to team success and driving positive outcomes. Thrives on challenges and dedicated to advancing organizational objectives with unwavering enthusiasm.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Teacher / High School Math Teacher
Texas Connections Academy of Houston
08.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Virtual
- Lead initiatives to improve student achievement through data-driven instruction and personalized learning strategies.
- Manage student placement, withdrawals, and documentation in collaboration with the administrative team.
- Serve as a liaison to the Data Team, providing weekly reports and insights to support school-wide decision-making.
- Coordinate the Algebra I EOC Blitz for 340+ students, overseeing all logistics, communication, and progress tracking.
- Provide instructional coaching to teachers, resulting in significant academic and instructional growth.
- Demonstrate commitment to school values through professional collaboration, mentorship, and PLC engagement.
- Virtual
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
High School Math Teacher
Texas Connections Academy of Houston
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Virtual
- Delivered rigorous instruction tailored to diverse learners, including EB and SPED populations.
- Modified curriculum for credit recovery and individualized needs.
- Led and supported virtual tutoring sessions; collaborated on lesson design and student progress monitoring.
- Maintained detailed electronic records and communication through Google Suite.
- Virtual
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Math Instructional Specialist / Interventionist
Ikard Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: Weatherford ISD
- Developed and delivered targeted math interventions for struggling students.
- Co-taught with classroom teachers to enhance instruction and support student learning.
- Contributed to lesson planning and curriculum development through collaborative PLCs.
- Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
Math Teacher / Department Chair (Grades 7–8, Pre-AP & Algebra I)
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Led department-wide curriculum alignment and instructional planning.
- Delivered differentiated instruction for diverse learners, including ESL and SPED students.
- Participated in state-level conferences and district initiatives for instructional improvement.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Math Teacher, Grade 8
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
Math Teacher, Grade 7
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
Teaching Field Experience (Student Teaching)
Mineral Wells Junior High School
09.2005 - 05.2006
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
11.1995 - 02.2001
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Education
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction (Mathematics)
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2016
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies (Mathematics 4–8)
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05.2006
Skills
- Online learning platforms
- School leadership
- Teacher training
- Education management
- Team building
- Positive role model and mentor
- Motivating students
- Parent and student communication
- Data analysis
Affiliations
- Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society in Education
- Alpha Chi Honor Society – Texas Alpha Kappa Chapter
- Tarleton Professional Educators
- Tarleton Math Club
- Tarleton Educators for the Advancement of Mathematics
- Weatherford College Spanish Club
Honors And Awards
- Student Teacher of the Week, 2006
- Texas A&M Blue Chip Teacher Recruit
- Davidson Presidential Scholarship Recipient, 2004 – 2006
- TQEP & TxCEPT Scholarship Recipient
- TCTM Mathematics Specialist Scholarship
- Outstanding Student in Mathematics – Weatherford College
- Tarleton State University Dean’s List
Leadership And Instructional Strengths
- Strategic use of data to personalize instruction
- Effective time management and multitasking
- Proactive instructional coaching and mentorship
- Clear and constructive feedback to students and teachers
- Implementation of MTSS and differentiated strategies
- Active PLC participation and cross-functional collaboration
- Commitment to continuous learning and growth in virtual education
Timeline
Master Teacher / High School Math Teacher
Texas Connections Academy of Houston
08.2022 - Current
High School Math Teacher
Texas Connections Academy of Houston
12.2019 - 07.2022
Math Instructional Specialist / Interventionist
Ikard Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2019
Math Teacher / Department Chair (Grades 7–8, Pre-AP & Algebra I)
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2010 - 08.2013
Math Teacher, Grade 8
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2007 - 08.2010
Math Teacher, Grade 7
Mineral Wells Junior High School
08.2006 - 08.2007
Teaching Field Experience (Student Teaching)
Mineral Wells Junior High School
09.2005 - 05.2006
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
11.1995 - 02.2001
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies (Mathematics 4–8)
Tarleton State University
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction (Mathematics)
University of Texas At Arlington
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