Chenell Lewis
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Dallas ISD, excelling in curriculum development and classroom management. Skilled in leveraging educational technology to enhance student engagement and achieve significant academic progress. Committed to fostering collaboration among faculty and families, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Dallas Isd
Dallas, TX
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to foster active student participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
- Cultivated inclusive learning environment, increasing student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
- Established clear expectations and modeled appropriate behavior to maintain effective classroom management.
Pre-K 4 collaborative teacher
N.W. Harllee
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Facilitated professional development workshops that improved teaching strategies and increased student engagement.
- Trained peers on adaptive technologies to support student learning needs.
- Utilized multimedia resources, including videos, audio recordings, and slideshows, to support collaborative exploration of concepts and deepen student understanding.
- Supported implementation of digital portfolios as assessment tools, facilitating enhanced tracking of student progress on collaborative tasks.
- Monitored and recorded MTSS interventions through weekly data collection, informing targeted instructional adjustments for improved student outcomes.
- Engaged in ongoing training opportunities to improve teaching effectiveness.
- Fostered a spirit of cooperation among all members of the school community by promoting open dialogue between faculty members and parents and guardians.
6th Grade World Cultures Teacher Substitute teacher / 3rd & 6th Grade Reading Interventionist
Solar Preparatory School for Girls
Dallas, TX
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Designed lesson and unit plans to meet individual educational goals, utilizing diverse teaching methods to actively engage students.
- Facilitated small group interventions, achieving significant academic progress for students.
- Collaborated with educators, administrators, and families to create supportive learning environments, enhancing student success.
- Utilized technology, including interactive whiteboards, to enhance instructional delivery and boost student engagement.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss educational strategies.
Inclusion Teacher
Tisinger Elementary
Mesquite, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed inclusive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt curricula, ensuring accessibility for diverse learners.
- Implemented strategies to enhance classroom engagement and participation.
- Assessed learning gaps and specific needs to tailor support for students.
- Attended professional development trainings focused on inclusive teaching methods.
- Provided insights on goals and services during IEP meetings, enhancing support for students with special needs.
- Enhanced lesson delivery with Smart Board technology and computers, increasing engagement among diverse learners.
3rd Grade Teacher
John W Carpenter Elementary School
Dallas, TX
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Improved student growth and grade-level proficiency through targeted instructional strategies.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with district curriculum requirements, increasing student engagement.
- Conducted data-driven small group interventions, resulting in high achievement and educational progression.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to create interactive learning experiences.
- Created and implemented plans and procedures to foster a student-centered learning environment.
- Completed in-service training to stay updated on educational best practices. and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Paraprofessional (Special Education)
Polser Elementary School
Lewisville, TX
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with staff to develop tailored education plans that address individual student needs.
- Engaged students with special needs to enhance academic and social development.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to manage challenging behaviors and promote a supportive classroom environment.
- Organized daily classroom activities and prepared lessons to enhance teacher effectiveness.
- Attended professional development workshops to refine instructional methods.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ10.2014
Skills
- Family involvement
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teaching
- Educational technology
- SMART board aptitude
- Classroom technology
- Data analysis
- Digital literacy
- Problem solving
- Family involvement
- Digital literacy
Certification
• Special Education Grades (EC-12)
• Core Subjects Grades (pending) (EC - 6)
• Core Subjects Grades (pending) (EC - 6)
Additional Information
Additional Work History and References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Dallas Isd
08.2024 - 06.2025
Pre-K 4 collaborative teacher
N.W. Harllee
08.2022 - 06.2024
6th Grade World Cultures Teacher Substitute teacher / 3rd & 6th Grade Reading Interventionist
Solar Preparatory School for Girls
10.2020 - 01.2022
Inclusion Teacher
Tisinger Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
John W Carpenter Elementary School
08.2018 - 03.2020
Paraprofessional (Special Education)
Polser Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
University of Phoenix