Cassie Thompson
Deridder,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented education professional with proven expertise in classroom management and administrative coordination. Skilled in communication, scheduling, and data tracking, effectively managing multiple tasks while ensuring accurate records. Builds strong relationships and adapts swiftly to fast-paced environments, fostering productive learning experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
East Beauregard Elementary
Deridder, USA
08.2017 - Current
- Instructed full-time in mathematics, fostering student engagement and comprehension
- Beauregard Parish Teacher of the Year 2020-2021
- Louisiana State Teacher of the Year Semifinalist 2020
- Highly Effective Student Learning Target scores and Leap 2025 Scores (Highest Scores in the Parish for 2022 school year)
- Mentored new educators in Beauregard Parish, providing guidance on instructional practices.
- Participated in committees: Elementary Yearbook Staff (6 years), PBIS Committee (5 years), Parent Involvement Committee (5 years), School Improvement Team (8 years), Social Committee (5 years), Louisiana State Leap 2025 testing committee (1 year), Louisiana Teacher Mentor Program with McNeese State University
- Community Involvement: Church Youth Teacher ages 4-8-2018-2023, Youth Basketball Association Assistant Coach-10 years
Special Education Teacher
East Beauregard Elementary
Deridder, USA
06.2012 - 06.2017
- Developed and led IEP meetings with parents and professionals to collaboratively address student needs and ensure effective support strategies
- Created individualized behavior plans with tailored rewards and consequences to promote positive behavior and support student development
- Designed, planned and implemented math, reading, writing, and social skills lessons for small groups, aligning with Common Core State Standards and individual education plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
Third Grade Teacher
Elizabeth High School
Elizabeth, USA
06.2010 - 06.2012
- A full-time teacher instructing in English Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies to classrooms of up to 30 students in 3rd Grade
- Excellent 3rd grade scores in all core subjects on State standardized testing (ILEAP)
- Enhanced student engagement in all academic core subjects by maintaining a collaborative learning environment.
- Observed, planned, taught, and assessed to inform and adapt instruction for multicultural classes with diverse ability levels.
- Established rapport with students and parents to foster a supportive classroom community.
- Conducted District Common Assessments to evaluate student learning
Education
Add On Certification - Special Education Mild to Moderate Grades 1-5
University Of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education Grades 1-5
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, La05.2010
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment design
- Teaching strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Behavioral interventions
- Microsoft and Google Suite proficiency
- Activity planning
- Organizational skills
Certification
Add On Certification Special Education Mild to Moderate Grades 1-5
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
East Beauregard Elementary
08.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
East Beauregard Elementary
06.2012 - 06.2017
Third Grade Teacher
Elizabeth High School
06.2010 - 06.2012
Add On Certification - Special Education Mild to Moderate Grades 1-5
University Of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education Grades 1-5
McNeese State University