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CORDELLE SMITH

CORDELLE SMITH

Mineola,TX

Summary

Motivated Science Teacher demonstrates scientific concepts by using apparatus, experiments, charts, sketches and other instructional aids. Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design and instructs pupils in proper use, care and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment and plant and animal life. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide orderly, productive environment during instructional activities and support educational mission.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Secondary Science Teacher

West Rusk High School
06.2017 - Current
  • Current Position
    (2021-2024) Integrated Physics and Chemistry Teacher
  • Former Positions
    (2017-2020)Educational Aide
    (2020-2021)Special Education Inclusion
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.

Athletic Coach

West Rusk High School
06.2017 - Current
  • Current Positions
    (2024-2025) Wide Receivers Coach
    (2024-2025) Special Teams Coordinator
    (2023-2025) Assistant Boys Basketball
    (2024-2025) Head Girls Track Coach
  • Former Positions
    (2017-2023) Defensive Backs Coach (Corners / Safeties)
    (2017-2022) Assistant Boys Track
    (2022-2023) Assistant Girls Track
    (2020 - 2022) Head Cross Country (Both Boys and Girls)
    (2020- 2022) Head Girls Basketball
  • Maintained annual equipment inventory by storing, reconditioning and monitoring issued equipment.
  • Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
  • Conducted recruiting events to recruit student-athletes.
  • Implemented reasonable discipline measures when players failed to meet academic requirements or abide by school policies.
  • Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
  • Maintained certification in CPR and first-aid procedures to respond to player injury.

Education

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - KINESIOLOGY

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER
Tyler, TX
07.2020

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

WHITE OAK HIGH SCHOOL
White Oak, TX
06.2015

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Offensive and defensive strategy
  • Athlete safety
  • Nutritional education
  • Safety awareness
  • Game rules
  • Time management
  • Scheduling
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Fitness assessments
  • Video/Film Work

Accomplishments

    Blessed with the opportunity to be a part of:

  • (2017-2024) 6 District Championships (Football)
  • (2017-2024) 8 Playoff Appearances incl. 11 playoff victories (Football)
  • (2017) Bi-District Finalist (Boys Basketball)
  • (2020-2021) 2 3A Boys Regional Qualifications (Cross Country)
  • (2022) 16 Win Season/Playoff Berth - First Since 2015
  • (2022) 3A Boys 3rd Place State Finish (Boys Track)
  • (2022-2023) Boys District / Area / Regional Champions (Boys Track)
  • (2023) 3A Boys State Champions (Boys Track)
  • (2024) 3A District 16 Girls Championship - First in school history (Girls Track)
  • (2024) 3A Girls 4x200 Meter Relay State Track Meet Appearance - First in school history (Girls Track)

Timeline

Secondary Science Teacher

West Rusk High School
06.2017 - Current

Athletic Coach

West Rusk High School
06.2017 - Current

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - KINESIOLOGY

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

WHITE OAK HIGH SCHOOL
CORDELLE SMITH