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David Perry

La Porte,TX

Summary

Compassionate, creative, and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments, demonstrating adaptability and experience. A student-centric instructor, academic facilitator, and motivational coach who is competent at performing independently or as a teaching team member. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Passionate about developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Goose Creek Consolidated School District
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

Substitute Teacher

Deer Park ISD
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.

Warehouse Supervisor

Frito Lay
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Supervised receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Supervised handling operations.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
  • Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
  • Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
  • Started up and shut down processing equipment.

Pet Sitter

Tiffany and Cody Tilton
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.

Babysitter

Dwaine and Amanda Perry
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Houston - Clear Lake
05.2023

Associate of Science - Psychology

San Jacinto College District
05.2021

Skills

  • Organization and Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Understanding of Content
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Behavior Management
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Enforcing Classroom Rules
  • Technology Integration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning

Timeline

Teacher - Goose Creek Consolidated School District
09.2023 - 09.2024
Substitute Teacher - Deer Park ISD
01.2022 - 05.2023
Warehouse Supervisor - Frito Lay
08.2019 - 01.2020
Pet Sitter - Tiffany and Cody Tilton
01.2017 - 01.2020
Babysitter - Dwaine and Amanda Perry
01.2010 - 01.2016
University of Houston - Clear Lake - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
San Jacinto College District - Associate of Science, Psychology
David Perry