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CASSANDRA COX

Cypress,TX

Summary

Analytical professional with proven expertise in historical research and education. Detail-oriented and systematic nature useful for analyzing and interpreting historical documentation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Placement Teacher in Social Science

Montgomery ISD
Montgomery, TX
07.2019 - Current
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized lesson to optimize student education.
  • Improved students' critical thinking skills by implementing debate and discussion activities in the classroom.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' academic performance, and behavioral and academic issues.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities to help students apply social science concepts to real-world situations and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion within the classroom through culturally relevant curriculum materials and activities.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to social science education trends, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of effective teaching methods.
  • Enhanced student comprehension of complex social science topics by using visual aids, multimedia presentations, and hands-on learning experiences.

Museum Intern

Sam Houston Memorial Museum
Huntsville, TX
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Balanced item protections with aesthetic standards while preparing artifacts for exhibition.
  • Provided guided tours to visitors, sharing historical knowledge and fostering a deeper understanding of exhibits.
  • Assisted in the conservation and preservation of artifacts, ensuring their longevity for future generations to appreciate.
  • Classified and assigned registration numbers to artifacts and supervised inventory control.
  • Utilized creative problem-solving skills address unforeseen challenges arise during course projects while maintaining focus achieving desired outcomes despite potential obstacles encountered along way.
  • Served as an integral part of exhibition planning committees offering valuable input regarding design layout aesthetics accessibility safety concerns among others considerations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.

Teacher in Social Science

Magnolia ISD
Magnolia, TX
08.2016 - 06.2019
  • Created student-centered lessons with a focus on historical source analysis
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers in the social science department, providing guidance with lesson planning and classroom management techniques.
  • Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.

Teacher-Sponsor

Magnolia ISD
Magnolia, TX
08.2016 - 05.2019

Sponsor-Model United Nations:

  • Coordinated a student-delegation of 20-30 at yearly Model UN conference at the University of Houston.
  • Coordinated school Model-UN activities with the Houston Texas Area Model UN.
  • Directed club meetings to ensure student success in real-world simulation of United Nations conference.
  • Provided timely feedback on student research position papers.
  • Facilitated student-led discussions on diplomacy, international policy, and global efforts in social, political, and economic matters.
  • Facilitated student-led debates.

SponsorCurrent Issues and Events UIL

  • Led a 5-member team for Current Issues and Events UIL.
  • Used media from diverse sources to lead discussions on political, economic, and social issues from local, state, national, and global matters.
  • Provide timely feedback on Current Issues and Events exams and essays.
  • Facilitated debates and discussion over significant events.

Healthcare Technician

United States Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
06.2007 - 03.2012
  • Supervised and assisted in the treatment of patients in urgent care facilities.
  • Scheduled, supervised, and taught weekly medical technician classes, and maintained and submitted training records for national credentials and certifications.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results; provided post-discharge care plans, facilitating successful transitions from hospital to home settings.
  • Managed patient intake and discharge processes, ensuring a seamless and organized transition between care settings.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Managed medical records for over 2500 patients; wrote procedure and protocol manuals for safety and training.
  • Established and operated moral programs during combat operations.

Education

Master of Arts - History With A Concentration On War And Violence

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - History

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.2016

Education Minor - Secondary Education

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Organizational abilities
  • Program Planning
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Relationship Building
  • Policy Implementation
  • Discussion Facilitation
  • Curriculum Development
  • Audio-Visual Aids
  • Technology Implementation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Instructional Materials Creation

Timeline

Museum Intern

Sam Houston Memorial Museum
06.2023 - 07.2023

Advanced Placement Teacher in Social Science

Montgomery ISD
07.2019 - Current

Teacher in Social Science

Magnolia ISD
08.2016 - 06.2019

Teacher-Sponsor

Magnolia ISD
08.2016 - 05.2019

Healthcare Technician

United States Army
06.2007 - 03.2012

Master of Arts - History With A Concentration On War And Violence

Sam Houston State University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Sam Houston State University

Education Minor - Secondary Education

Sam Houston State University
CASSANDRA COX