Charis Garcia
Decatur,AL
Summary
Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised; conscientious and proactive in mastering new skills. Driven to exceed expectations of providing exceptional service and accomplishing objectives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Decatur City Schools
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
TMS Technician
Integrated Behavioral Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Provide TMS therapy to qualified patients, under the supervision of a medical doctor and the Director of TMS Therapy, while monitoring progress through the treatment period.
- Communicate with management or other staff to resolve patient concerns.
Grade Classroom Teacher
Decatur City Schools
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Taught the curriculum of Alabama History and Science, while fostering the students' development of positive interpersonal relationships, within the environment of a Title I school within the inner-city.
Classroom Teacher
Horizon Montessori Public Schools
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided instruction and engaging assignment to students in a self-contained 4th grade classroom.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Classroom Teacher
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Taught English I, II and IV to identified high risk high school students, while creating and maintaining a nurturing and encouraging environment.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
Teacher Assistant and Classroom Teacher
TOTTENBERRY'S PRIVATE SCHOOL
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Introduced concepts and skills to young children, preparing them for Pre-K.
Classroom Teacher, Special Education Aide, Substitute Teacher
PREMIER LEARNING ACADEMY
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Taught the curriculum of core subject-areas to students in grades 6-8.
- Taught the curriculum of 5th grade U.S History and 6th grade World Cultures and Geography.
Classroom teacher
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Taught the curriculum of 4th grade Texas History and Science.
Family Service Counselor
DIGNITY MEMORIAL
12.2011 - 04.2012
- Assisted families in making the final arrangements of their loved one, while demonstrating empathy and providing support.
Classroom Teacher
CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2001 - 12.2011
- Taught the curriculum of 6th grade World Cultures and Geography.
- Created and assisted in the implementation of the 6th Grade Orientation program.
Classroom Teacher
PASADENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Taught the 2nd grade curriculum in a self-contained classroom, while providing a nurturing and encouraging environment.
Case Manager
Lawrence County Mental Health Center
10.1997 - 04.1998
- Assisted children receiving Medicaid services by monitoring their academic and behavioral performance in school, while providing emotional support and services to their families.
Education
Valid Through August ‘2027 -
Alabama Certified Teacher, Grades 4-8
Valid October '2020 To October '2025 -
Texas Certified Teacher, Generalist 4-8
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Harding University
Searcy, ARSkills
- Community networking
- Therapy and counseling
- Presenting
- Excellent teamwork
- Works well independently
- Conflict mediation
- Listening actively
- Lead follow up
- Client-oriented
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Decatur City Schools
08.2023 - 02.2024
TMS Technician
Integrated Behavioral Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
Grade Classroom Teacher
Decatur City Schools
02.2022 - 05.2022
Classroom Teacher
Horizon Montessori Public Schools
01.2020 - 12.2020
Classroom Teacher
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY
10.2018 - 10.2019
Teacher Assistant and Classroom Teacher
TOTTENBERRY'S PRIVATE SCHOOL
03.2018 - 10.2018
Classroom Teacher, Special Education Aide, Substitute Teacher
PREMIER LEARNING ACADEMY
10.2013 - 06.2016
Classroom teacher
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2012 - 06.2013
Family Service Counselor
DIGNITY MEMORIAL
12.2011 - 04.2012
Classroom Teacher
CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2001 - 12.2011
Classroom Teacher
PASADENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2000 - 05.2001
Case Manager
Lawrence County Mental Health Center
10.1997 - 04.1998
Valid Through August ‘2027 -
Alabama Certified Teacher, Grades 4-8
Valid October '2020 To October '2025 -
Texas Certified Teacher, Generalist 4-8
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Harding University
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