Cassandra Burns
Irving,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record at Donna Park Elementary in Hurst Euless Bedford ISD, specializing in curriculum implementation and fostering relationship building. Excelled in creating engaging lesson plans, enhancing student self-esteem, and leading technology integration. Achieved significant improvements in student confidence and reading, demonstrating effective classroom management and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided support to peers on campus in technology use and benefits.
First Grade Teacher
Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Ran a STEM club after school for students who were interested in learning about technology and engineering.
- Provided campus staff training opportunities in technology.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction: Literacy
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2015
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Activity planning
- Curriculum implementation
Certification
ESL certified
GT certified
Reading Specialist certified
PK- 6 Generalist certified
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2021 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
08.2015 - 07.2021
ESL certified
GT certified
Reading Specialist certified
PK- 6 Generalist certified
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction: Literacy
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Kansas
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