Dennice Bradford
Anna,TX
Summary
Innovative Educator bringing 16 years background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Math Teacher
Harry McKillop Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Address diverse learning needs by differentiating instruction, ensuring each student has an opportunity to succeed.
- Developed students' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and group discussions.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by creating interactive lessons and employing various multimedia resources.
- Designed assessment tools to accurately evaluate student progress, adjusting instruction as needed for improvement.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing student motivation and success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops, staying current on educational trends and techniques.
5th grade Math/Team Coach and 4th grade Math/Science
Cynthia A Cockrell Elementary - Prosper ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Develop and implement data driven, creative lesson plans that accommodate a variety of different learning styles while satisfying the requirements of the 5th grade TEKS as required by the state and school district
- Assess students regularly using formal and informal methods and use data to guide instruction
- Work collaboratively with partner teachers to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods of instruction
- Incorporate the use of technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
- Present at the campus and district level to encourage teachers and share engagement strategies through the use of daily thinking tasks and vertical whiteboards.
4th grade Math
Rutherford Elementary - Mesquite ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Develop and implement creative lesson plans that accommodate a variety of different learning styles while satisfying the requirements of the 4th grade TEKS as required by the state and school district
- Incorporate the use of technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
- Assess students regularly using formal and informal methods and use data to guide instruction
- Work collaboratively with partner teachers to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods of instruction.
5th grade Math
Durant Intermediate School
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Develop and implement creative lesson plans that accommodate a variety of different learning styles while satisfying the requirements of the 5th grade Oklahoma Standards as required by the state and school district
- Incorporate the use of technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
- Assess students regularly using formal and informal methods and use data to guide instruction
- Work collaboratively with partner teachers to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods of instruction.
7th and 8th grade Special Education Math
Durant Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2014
- Develop and implement creative lesson plans that accommodate a variety of different learning styles while satisfying the requirements of the 5th grade Oklahoma Standards as required by the state and school district
- Develop and update Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student throughout the school year to reflect progress and goals
- Implement IEP, assess student's performance, and track their progress based on individual need of students
- Participate in annual IEP meetings as an active part of the academic team
- Assist general education teachers with modifications for the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology
- Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities.
5th and 6th grade Special Education Math
Durant Intermediate School
08.2008 - 07.2012
- Develop and implement creative lesson plans that accommodate a variety of different learning styles while satisfying the requirements of the 5th grade Oklahoma Standards as required by the state and school district
- Develop and update Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student throughout the school year to reflect progress and goals
- Implement IEP, assess student's performance, and track their progress based on individual need of students
- Participate in annual IEP meetings as an active part of the academic team
- Assist general education teachers with modifications for the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology
- Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities.
Education
Master of Education- Math Specialist -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
05.2014
Bachelor of Science in Special Education -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
05.2008
Skills
- Level 1 Google Certified
- Proficient use of Google Docs, Sheets, Slides
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficient use of technology incorporated throughout instruction
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking Development
- Real-World Application
- Math Manipulatives Expertise
- Collaborative Teamwork
Certification
- Texas Teaching Certificate Generalist EC- 6
- 30 hours for GT certificate.
- ESL
- Oklahoma Teaching Certificate Special Education K-12
- Elementary Education 1-8
Timeline
5th Grade Math Teacher
Harry McKillop Elementary
08.2023 - Current
5th grade Math/Team Coach and 4th grade Math/Science
Cynthia A Cockrell Elementary - Prosper ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
4th grade Math
Rutherford Elementary - Mesquite ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
5th grade Math
Durant Intermediate School
08.2014 - 01.2017
7th and 8th grade Special Education Math
Durant Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2014
5th and 6th grade Special Education Math
Durant Intermediate School
08.2008 - 07.2012
Master of Education- Math Specialist -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science in Special Education -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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