Christian Whaley
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
HOUSTON
5
years of professional experience
Elementary special education resource teacher and case manager with 5 years experience as a classroom teacher. Skilled in data-driven and differentiated instruction, IEP implementation, relationship building, classroom management, and collaboration to promote student learning.
Work History
Special Education Teacher and Case Manager
2 Months- Developed individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and TEKS
- Implemented IEPs through accommodations, differentiation, and modified instruction
- Participated in ARD committees as a case manager and special education teacher
- Managed a caseload of students with IEPs through compliance with federal and state special education requirements
- Collaborated with colleagues, including general education teachers, and families to promote student leaning and growth
3rd Grade ELAR Classroom Teacher
2 Years 9 Months- Planned and delivered data-driven instruction through TEKS-aligned curriculum
- Managed classroom behavior through building routines and relationships to foster a positive and safe learning environment
- Collaborated with colleagues and families to promote student learning
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, inlcuding IEP implementation
- Delivered instruction to students of various demographics (SPED, ESL, ED, etc.)
1st Grade ELAR Teacher
1 Month- Planned and delivered grade-level, TEKS aligned phonics instruction to close learning gaps and promote student literacy
- Managed a small-group of students
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs
3rd and 4th Grade ELAR Classroom Teacher
1 Year 9 Months- Planned and delivered grade-level ELAR curriculum
- Differentiated Instruction to support diverse learning needs, including IEP implementation
- Managed classroom through routines and expectations that created a safe learning and efficient learning environment
- Data-driven instruction
- Collaborated with colleagues and families to support student learning
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Grades Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Skills
Core Subjects with STR Grades (EC-6)
Special Education Specialist Grades (EC-12)
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-12)
Gifted and Talented Certified
Accomplishments
Designated Exemplary Teacher
Timeline
Special Education Teacher and Case Manager
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
1st Grade ELAR Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
06.2025 - 07.2025Read More
3rd Grade ELAR Classroom Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
08.2023 - 05.2026Read More
3rd and 4th Grade ELAR Classroom Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2021 - 05.2023Read More
University of Houston
Master of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
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Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Grades Education
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