Denise Smalley
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Energetic EC-6 educator driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Weatherford ISD
Weatherford, Texas
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy Of Willow Park
Willow Park, TX
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Eagle's Nest After School Program
Trinity Christian Academy
Willow Park, Texas
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Hire, train and supervise a team of employees
- Collaborate regularly with administrators, teachers,
students, and families - schedule activities, order and supply snacks for students, implement safe pick up protocols for families and students.
Preschool Coordinator
Trinity Christian Academy
Willow Park , Texas
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Monitor students' progress and provide students and
teachers with assistance in resolving any problems. - Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational
activities and policies, and students' behavioral or
learning problems - Set educational standards and goals, and help establish
policies, procedures, and programs to carry them out. - Plan, direct, and monitor instructional methods and
content of educational, vocational, or student activity
programs.
Preschool Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy
Willow Park, Texas
08.2007 - 05.2021
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Ashford University
06.2015
Skills
- Behavioral improvements
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Texas State Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Weatherford ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy Of Willow Park
08.2021 - 05.2023
Eagle's Nest After School Program
Trinity Christian Academy
08.2018 - 05.2023
Preschool Coordinator
Trinity Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021
Preschool Teacher
Trinity Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Ashford University
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