DeShonka Fulton
Houston,TX
Summary
Charismatic and dependable Educator with 20 years of experience delivering educational assistance and instruction to various levels of learners. Committed to providing students with the necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling a love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Adept in application of excellent communication and problem solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sixth Grade Teacher
Budewig Intermediate
08.2012 - Current
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field
- Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under-privileged students
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain a cohesive school community within a virtual classroom
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs
Sixth Grade Teacher
Lafargue Elementary
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment
- Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under-privileged students
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain a cohesive school community within a virtual classroom
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects
- Created and taught engaging Math lessons and activities
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 75 students
Fifth Grade Teacher (Lead Teacher)
Bunkie Elementary
08.2008 - 05.2011
- Implemented improvements to improve behavior of class and individual students
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
- Collaborated with a team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help
Fourth Grade Teacher (Lead Teacher)
Accelerated Intermediate Academy
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed classroom instructional program
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies
- Coordinated yearly budget, tracked expenses and documented actions
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development
Second Grade Teacher
Forest Hill Elementary
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social and citizenship skills
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals
Education
Master of Education - Education Leadership
University Of St. Thomas
Houston, TX01.2015
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Team leadership
- Training
- Diverse classroom settings
- Meets Texas's NCLBs Highly Qualified Teacher requirements
- Elementary education
- ESL- English as Second Language
- Outstanding social skills
- Positive learning environment
- Mentor
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Student-centered learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom discipline
- Classroom management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Instructional leadership
- Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
- Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
Certification
- Elementary Education (EC-6)
- English as a Second Language
- Principal Certification (EC-12)
Timeline
Sixth Grade Teacher
Budewig Intermediate
08.2012 - Current
Sixth Grade Teacher
Lafargue Elementary
08.2011 - 05.2012
Fifth Grade Teacher (Lead Teacher)
Bunkie Elementary
08.2008 - 05.2011
Fourth Grade Teacher (Lead Teacher)
Accelerated Intermediate Academy
08.2004 - 05.2008
Second Grade Teacher
Forest Hill Elementary
08.2002 - 05.2003
Master of Education - Education Leadership
University Of St. Thomas
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