Cherokee Riley
The Colony,Texas
Summary
Focused professional with a career that reflects the love of children and dedication to teaching. Committed to the love for learning in children through education, developing leaders of tomorrow, and productive members of society. A natural leader with a passion for team building and promoting positivity and morale. Known for a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver quality service. Willing to adjust your schedule to fit your required working hours while pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Hodge Elementary
3900 Grant Pkwy, Denton, TX 76208
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Adapted lessons in math, science, and history to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Implemented a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learners while maintaining high expectations for all students. Evaluating assessment result to further improve future lessons.
- Improved classroom management techniques, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased on-task behavior from students.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students. Increased students self-esteem and life skills using healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at promoting a positive school culture focused on academic excellence and social-emotional growth for all students. Including participation in after school activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Clinical teacher
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Taught lessons based on TEKS and students informal, formal, formative, and summative
- Instructed small groups during and after lessons
- Used detailed notes on each student to identify their strengths and struggles
- Used the notes to support students during one-on-one reading groups
- Reinforced teacher's 'Student-centered' classroom by encouraging students' creativity during their writing workshop, and open choices during their reading workshop
- Kept a safe learning environment by creating significant relationships with students and kindergarten teachers.
Substitute Teacher
Denton ISD
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Substitute for Denton ISD grades specifically kindergarten through 8th grade
- Delivered instructions provided by the teacher and left detailed evaluation notes about the day
- Ensured effective discipline and classroom management with an average of 18 students
- Classroom management included setting expectations at the beginning of the class
- Worked with General Education, Special Education, and Gifted and Talented.
Nanny/Teacher
Davis Family
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Created a safe, understanding, and creative environment for the children
- Planned educational activities and crafts that involved both children ages 1 and 4 years old, indoor and outdoor play all on a daily schedule
- Maintained and organized playroom/craft supplies that made it easy to find certain toys or materials.
Teacher Assistant
Pediatric Plus
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided assistance with special education students on the spectrum of ASD and EBD between ages 2-7
- Helped design, modify, and prepare lesson plans that allowed students to fulfill their potential intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
- Provided a safe environment during transitions, indoor, and outdoor play
- Communicated to parents honestly, effectively, and with compassion about students' learning needs and progress in class and therapy.
Teacher Aid
Primrose
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Commended by teachers and school director for creative instructional activities
- Assisted primary teacher in preparation of daily lesson plan and sheet work
- Taught with a nurturing approach that helped foster an environment conducive to student success
- Led educational games and group activities; engaging students in learning activities and positive behavior to optimize their understanding of the lesson
- Oversaw safety and well-being of students in the classroom and outside on the playground.
Swim Instructor/Deck Supervisor
Aqua Tots
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Created a safe swimming experience and environment
- Made students comfortable in the water with communication skills and calm body language
- Taught swimming techniques to children aged 8 months to 12 years of age
- Noted the swimming level of students and performed a weekly evaluation to determine progress
- Successfully interacted in a diverse environment, maintained a professional demeanor, and established good relationships with the students, parents, and swimming staff
- Maintained the lobby area by cleaning chairs, mopping, and emptying trash
- Retained customer acquisition of swim lessons and required new clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2023
Associate of Arts -
Collin Community College
Frisco, TX05.2019
High School Diploma -
Little Elm High School
Little Elm, TX06.2016
Skills
- MS Word
- Data entry skills
- Communication skills
- Student Safety & Supervision
- Learning Engagement & Assessment
- Class material preparation
- Student progress monitoring
- Student Engagement
- Elementary Education
- Conflict Resolution
- Patience and Persistence
- Relationship Building
Certification
CPR Training and Certified – Frisco, TX
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Hodge Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical teacher
08.2022 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Denton ISD
08.2021 - 12.2022
Nanny/Teacher
Davis Family
07.2020 - 08.2021
Teacher Assistant
Pediatric Plus
05.2019 - 07.2020
Teacher Aid
Primrose
03.2018 - 05.2019
Swim Instructor/Deck Supervisor
Aqua Tots
08.2015 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of North Texas
Associate of Arts -
Collin Community College
High School Diploma -
Little Elm High School