Candace Slate
STERLING CITY,United States
Summary
Innovative Middle School Teacher bringing 14-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd and 4th Grade / 6th and 8th Grade Math Teacher
Sterling City ISD
08.2017 - Current
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
4th Grade Math Teacher
Early ISD
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
3-5th Grade Math Teacher
Eden CISD
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher and Yearbook
Sterling City ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education (Educational Diagnostician)
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (4-8 Generalist)
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX05.2009
Skills
- Group Sessions
- Academic Support Services
- Google Drive
- Classroom Integration
- Educational Opportunities
Accomplishments
PHI KAPPA PHI Member
Graduated Cum Laude
Teacher of the Year at Early Elementary School in 2016
Certification
- Certified 4-8 Generalist
- Certified EC - 6 Generalist
- Certified ESL Supplemental
Timeline
3rd and 4th Grade / 6th and 8th Grade Math Teacher
Sterling City ISD
08.2017 - Current
4th Grade Math Teacher
Early ISD
08.2015 - 05.2017
3-5th Grade Math Teacher
Eden CISD
08.2013 - 05.2015
6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher and Yearbook
Sterling City ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
Master of Education - Special Education (Educational Diagnostician)
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (4-8 Generalist)
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
- Certified 4-8 Generalist
- Certified EC - 6 Generalist
- Certified ESL Supplemental
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