A motivated and compassionate social studies teacher, eager to re-enter the teaching profession, after a five-year hiatus due to battling a chronic illness. Dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that fosters students' academic growth, critical thinking, and empathy.
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Clemente Spann
Dallas,TX
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Dallas ISD - South Oak Cliff Collegiate High School
Social Studies Teacher(10th-12th)
2015.08 - 2018.06 (2 years & 10 months)
Job overview
- Planned, prepared, and facilitated engaging academic social studies lessons for World History, AP United States History, and American Government. Taught in the Collegiate department; partnerships with local
- community colleges
- Ensured learning materials were aligned with state learning objectives and designed informal/formal assessments used to measure student performance
- Achieved a STAAR Meets score of 85% by introducing rigorous lessons which challenged and motivated students to work beyond their pre-conceived limits
- Hosted before-school tutoring sessions to reinforce primary concepts with students in need of additional support
- Engaged in field trips to help students meet minimum volunteer hours.
Uplift Preparatory Education(Uplift Infinity High
Social Studies Teacher (9th and 10th)
2013.08 - 2015.06 (1 year & 10 months)
Job overview
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Beaumont ISD - Central Medical Magnet High School
Social Studies Teacher
2009.01 - 2013.01 (4 years)
Job overview
- Planned and co-wrote social studies curriculum for the following grade levels: 9th grade World Geography, 10th grade World History, and 12th grade American Government
- Adapted to transition from TAKS to the STAAR state test
- Hosted the following after school clubs: Chess Club, and Kappa League-an organization designed to tutor and young men on campus.
Hillcrest High School
Social Studies Teacher
2006.08 - 2009.05 (2 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Developed and implemented engaging 8th grade World History/Geography and 9th grade Ancient World History lesson plans aligned with state standards and grade-level objectives
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Fostered a positive and empathetic classroom environment, promoting students' emotional well-being and understanding
- Conducted formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
- Actively communicated with parents, providing regular updates on student performance and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
Education
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science
01.2006
University Overview
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Technology integration
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
Certification
- State of Texas Educator, Social Studies Certification, grades 4th-8th.
- State of Texas Educator, Social Studies Certification, grades 8th-12th.
- State of Alabama Educator, Social Studies Certification, grades 6th-12th.
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher(10th-12th)
Dallas ISD - South Oak Cliff Collegiate High School
2015.08 - 2018.06 (2 years & 10 months)
Social Studies Teacher (9th and 10th)
Uplift Preparatory Education(Uplift Infinity High
2013.08 - 2015.06 (1 year & 10 months)
Social Studies Teacher
Beaumont ISD - Central Medical Magnet High School
2009.01 - 2013.01 (4 years)
Social Studies Teacher
Hillcrest High School
2006.08 - 2009.05 (2 years & 9 months)
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science
- Texas, 4th-8th, 8th-12th
- Alabama, 6th-12th
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