Delaina Schmidt
Corpus Christi
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record in crafting engaging lesson plans and cultivating a positive learning environment. Expertise in classroom management, curriculum planning, and student assessment ensures a tailored approach to meet diverse learner needs. Recognized as a reliable team player, demonstrating effective communication skills and adaptability to evolving educational demands. Committed to fostering student success through innovative teaching strategies and collaborative efforts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
School Of Science And Technology
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Liaised with parents to discuss student progress and problems.
- Maintained positive and safe classroom environment via effective management and discipline techniques.
- Translated lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Provided individualized and small group instruction to adapt curriculum to needs of students.
- Participated in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Identified student needs to make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
- Provided diverse materials and resources for children to explore new concepts and learn problem-solving.
- Prepared, administered, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Aransas County ISD
Rockport, TX
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Assessed child's developmental needs on ongoing basis.
- Prepared materials to help children explore environment through learning activities and active play.
- Taught kindergarten students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Monitored student behavior and progress and provided positive reinforcement to encourage improvement.
- Discovered what worked best for child by offering diverse learning methods.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, adapted teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Yorktown Christian Academy
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Enforced rules and procedures, maintaining classroom order among students.
- Communicated with parents using email, phone, or video conference for discussion of grades and disciplinary issues.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans meeting district curriculum requirements.
- Established and communicated to students clear objectives for lessons and projects.
- Instructed students using lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
- Completed ongoing student assessments, evaluating results to plan instructional activities.
READING LAB AID
Flour Bluff ISD
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
- Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
- Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use.
LIBRARY AID
Flour Bluff ISD
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
- Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
- Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
- Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
- Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
- Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
- Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
- Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
CLASSROOM TEACHERS AID
Flour Bluff ISD
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2019
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Strong organizational abilities
- Collaborative teamwork
- Professional development
- Curriculum development
- Familiarity with Common Core standards
- Collaborative teaching
- Ensuring state standards compliance
- Certified Texas educator
- Teacher collaboration
- Curriculum development
- Adaptive learning techniques
Certification
- Curriculum Support Team
- English as a Second Language Certified
- Gifted and Talented Certified
Timeline
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
School Of Science And Technology
08.2022 - Current
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Aransas County ISD
08.2021 - 07.2022
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Yorktown Christian Academy
08.2020 - 07.2021
READING LAB AID
Flour Bluff ISD
10.2017 - 07.2019
LIBRARY AID
Flour Bluff ISD
08.2015 - 10.2017
CLASSROOM TEACHERS AID
Flour Bluff ISD
01.2013 - 08.2015
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University