Claudia McCoy
12615 Laurel Meadow Way,Houston, TX
Summary
Dedicated Teacher with proven experience providing instruction, guidance and counseling across diverse learning platforms. Possesses strong track record of improving test scores and providing diverse student bases with high-impact lessons. Skilled team player skilled at working with all levels of faculty, administrators and parents to resolve problems and conflicts professionally.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assessment Scorer
Pearson Educational Measurement
Princeton, NJ
02.2008 - Current
- Remote assessment scorer of STAAR
Classroom Teacher: 4th, Pre-K, Kindergarten
Houston Independent School District
Houston, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Classroom Teacher
Spring Independent School District
Houston, Texas
08.2013 - 11.2020
- Provider of instructional best practices in pre/k-5th.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover all required course material.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Worked with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Delivered clear, remote, virtual, and hybrid instruction on subject matter framed to meet state standards for Kindergarten students.
Assessment Scorer
Educational Testing Service Inc.
01.2005 - 11.2017
- Remote assessment scorer of PRAXIS
- Remote assessment scorer of CAHSEE
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Houston Independent School District
Houston, TX
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Taught self-contained grades 1st-4th; English as a Second Language and English Language Arts and Reading, 4th-8th.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
Reading Literacy Tutor
Houston A-Plus
Houston, TX
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Teacher of pilot college readiness literacy program.
- Worked with students to increase vocabularies and reading techniques.
- Created reading lists for students based on personal interests and reading levels.
Classroom Teacher
Houston Independent School District
Houston, TX
09.1993 - 05.2008
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Delivered instruction to students in all subjects, including self-contained and reading language arts.
- Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Prairie View A&M University Of Texas
Prarie View, Texas1998
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX1984
Some College (No Degree) - HISD Alternative Certication Program
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Knowledgeable in virtual and remote teaching
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Instructional best practices
- Innovative lesson planning
- Effectively work with parents
- Classroom management
- Flexible and adaptive
- Group and individual instruction
- Utilizing data to drive instruction
Affiliations
International Reading Association
National Council of Teacher's of English
Accomplishments
- "Teacher of the Year" Honors: 1996, 2002, 2005, 2013
- STAAR assessment scores above targeted percentile.
- Successful participation in on-going professional development.
- Trainer of direct instruction (SRA Reading Mastery and Corrective Reading) for teachers 1-8th.
- Grant recipient of awards from Shell, Kraft Foods, and NPR.
Certification
- Elementary Self-Contained: Grades Pre-K - 6th
- English as a Second Language: Pre-K-8th
- English Language Arts and Reading 4th-8th
Timeline
Classroom Teacher: 4th, Pre-K, Kindergarten
Houston Independent School District
08.2021 - 12.2023
Classroom Teacher
Spring Independent School District
08.2013 - 11.2020
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Houston Independent School District
08.2011 - 05.2013
Reading Literacy Tutor
Houston A-Plus
05.2008 - 06.2011
Assessment Scorer
Pearson Educational Measurement
02.2008 - Current
Assessment Scorer
Educational Testing Service Inc.
01.2005 - 11.2017
Classroom Teacher
Houston Independent School District
09.1993 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Prairie View A&M University Of Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Texas Southern University
Some College (No Degree) - HISD Alternative Certication Program
Houston Community College
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