DONNA SWING-MCDONALD
Associate Teacher
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Associate Teacher with a proven history of providing exceptional guidance and instruction to elementary and middle school students. I am enthusiastic about creating dynamic learning environments that foster active engagement. Seeking a teaching position to apply my fervor for education, adept classroom management, and collaborative approach for student growth and achievement. My unwavering commitment to tailored lesson planning and effective teaching strategies, coupled with effective communication and time management skills, positions me to excel in this role. I look forward to contributing to a thriving learning environment through teamwork and best practices.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSOCIATE TEACHER
HOUSTON ISD
HOUSTON
11.2012 - Current
- Substitute for elementary and middle school teachers of record when they are absent.
- Encourage student participation and monitor their progress in class.
- Communicate with parents about students' behavior and academic performance.
- Prepare and grade assignments and tests according to lesson plans.
- Maintain reports, documents, and paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
- Follow all standards, rules, regulations, procedures, practices, policies, laws, guidelines, directions, and codes to ensure safety, efficiency, quality service and learning environments.
- Perform hall and lunch duties as assigned.
- Stepped in for the regular teacher during absence and instructed proper classroom lesson objectives for the day.
- Maintained a well-disciplined classroom environment.
TAX PREPARER
COLBERT/BALL TAX SERVICES
HOUSTON
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Prepare income tax returns for individuals and various clients according to IRS tax issues and documents.
- Answer phone calls and provide excellent customer service to clients and potential customers.
- Help clients with any paperwork they need and explain tax-related questions and issues.
- Complete payroll invoices and deductions associated with tax returns and take preparation payments from customers.
TAX PREPARER
IBEX STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC
BROWNSVILLE
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Prepare income tax returns for individuals and various clients according to IRS tax issues and documents.
- Answer phone calls and provide excellent customer service to clients and potential customers.
- Help clients with any paperwork they need and explain tax-related questions and issues.
- Complete payroll invoices and deductions associated with tax returns and take preparation payments from customers.
TEACHER ASSISTANT
APPLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT
HOUSTON
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Cared for and monitored children ages three to five years old.
- Ensured children were clean and safe.
- Communicated with parents and encouraged children to participate in activities.
- Read stories and sang songs to children.
- Assisted older children with their homework assignments.
KITCHEN MANAGER
HOUSTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
HOUSTON
06.2000 - 11.2000
- Trained workers on how to perform their job correctly and safely.
- Managed equipment in the kitchen.
CASHIER
TARGET DEPARTMENT STORE
HOUSTON
01.1996 - 12.1998
- Kept record of how much money was in the drawer when the store opened and closed.
- Managed customer transactions and provided customer service.
Education
MASTER'S DEGREE - MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
American Intercontinental University
120-HOUR TESOL/TEFL CERTIFICATE -
World TESOL Academy
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
University of Phoenix
PASTORAL STUDIES AND CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP STUDIES -
Mid America Christian University
COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND COMPUTER ACCOUNTING -
Delta Business College
RELIGIOUS COUNSELING AND PASTORAL TRAINING -
Mid-America Christian Ministry
YOUTH LEADERSHIP -
Braeswood Assembly of God Church
Skills
- LESSON PLANNING
- GUIDED AND INDEPENDENT READING
- CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
- PARENT COMMUNICATION
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- MULTILINGUAL PROFICIENCY
- TEAM COLLABORATION
References
- DR. BENTE GAGE, TEACHER/SUPERVISOR, Energized for Excellence Academy, Humble, TX, bentegage22@aol.com, 832-817-5336
- DONNA CLEAVES-JOHNSON, TEACHER, Houston Independent School District, Houston, TX, donnacleaves@att.net, 346-229-7094, 4822 Scenic Dr., Houston, TX, 77048
- JOHN SHEFFIELD, TEACHER, Energized for Excellence Academy, Richmond, TX, Jmarksheffield@gmail.com, 832-278-5114, 5022 Riverwood Dr., Richmond, TX, 77469
Honors And Leadership Activities
- Demonstrated computer skills and Microsoft Word proficiency as a cashier and computer operator at a local store.
- Volunteered as a church worker, Sunday school teacher, and youth minister advisor, providing spiritual guidance and support to children and teens.
Timeline
ASSOCIATE TEACHER
HOUSTON ISD
11.2012 - Current
TAX PREPARER
COLBERT/BALL TAX SERVICES
01.2012 - 12.2012
TAX PREPARER
IBEX STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC
01.2010 - 12.2011
TEACHER ASSISTANT
APPLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT
01.2009 - 12.2010
KITCHEN MANAGER
HOUSTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2000 - 11.2000
CASHIER
TARGET DEPARTMENT STORE
01.1996 - 12.1998
MASTER'S DEGREE - MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
American Intercontinental University
120-HOUR TESOL/TEFL CERTIFICATE -
World TESOL Academy
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
University of Phoenix
PASTORAL STUDIES AND CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP STUDIES -
Mid America Christian University
COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND COMPUTER ACCOUNTING -
Delta Business College
RELIGIOUS COUNSELING AND PASTORAL TRAINING -
Mid-America Christian Ministry
YOUTH LEADERSHIP -
Braeswood Assembly of God Church