Cordney T. Gonzales
Buda,TX
Summary
With over 6 years of teaching experience in kindergarten and third grade, I have developed and implemented engaging lesson plans using backward design, created and administered assessments, and monitored and adjusted instruction based on students' needs. I maintained a positive classroom culture and climate by ensuring that learning is student centered and collaborative. My ability to establish positive relationships, rapport and communication with parents, students, and colleagues have supplemented a positive learning environment. I have strong organizational skills, creativity, and a commitment to incorporating technology into teaching methods. Additionally, I am proficient in various educational platforms and programs
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher-Third Grade
Hays CISD- Carpenter Hill Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Taught diverse students in all subjects and served as the inclusion teacher.
- Planned and implemented lessons.
- Adjusted lessons and content according to students educational levels, IEP's, 504's and educational needs through enrichment.
Elementary Classroom Teacher-Kindergarten
Austin ISD- Menchaca Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Taught diverse students in all subjects and served as the inclusion teacher for two of three years.
- Planned and implemented lessons.
- CAC representative for the campus.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, Tx05.2019
Associate of Arts - Teaching in Education Instruction EC-6
Austin Community College
Austin, Tx05.2018
Skills
- Exemplary Designation from the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)
- Yearbook coordinator/editor/publisher
- Leader In Me academic coordinator
- Carpenter Hill Elementary liaison for University of Texas Reading Study
- Emergent Tree (PBIS) grade level representative
- Professional Learning Committee (PLC) lead
- Talent Show co-sponsor
- Grade level content coordinator for parent communication
Certification
- TCert EC-6
- English as a Second Language Supplemental
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities
Professional Associations and Activities
- Cooperating Teacher for student intern- Texas State University, Spring 2025
- Hosted Johnson High School teacher interns- 2023, 2025
- Hosted Akins PALS, 2019, 2020
- ATPE
Awards
- Teacher of the year finalist, 2023-2024
- Teacher of the year finalist, 2021-2022
- Teacher of Promise, 2019-2020
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher-Third Grade
Hays CISD- Carpenter Hill Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher-Kindergarten
Austin ISD- Menchaca Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2022
- TCert EC-6
- English as a Second Language Supplemental
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
Associate of Arts - Teaching in Education Instruction EC-6
Austin Community College
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