Drew Redding
Devine,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with solid background in fostering student well-being and emotional growth. Skilled in providing emotional and academic support to students. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with teachers and parents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Devine ISD
08.2024 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
Kindergarten Teacher
Lytle ISD
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
K/1 Teacher
Austin ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Contributed to curriculum development initiatives for the betterment of K-1 educational programs.
- Implemented engaging literacy and numeracy activities, boosting foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, leading to a focused and productive learning environment.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment, promoting collaboration and respect amongst varying ages of students.
- Served as an advocate for children from low-income or disadvantaged backgrounds, working diligently to close achievement gaps.
Education
Master's of Education in Counseling - School Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2016
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal relationships
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
- Certified Early Childhood Education ECE-6
- Certified ESL Generalist ECE-6
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Devine ISD
08.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Lytle ISD
08.2018 - 05.2024
K/1 Teacher
Austin ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
Master's of Education in Counseling - School Counseling
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
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