Resourceful, quality-driven professional with experience in developing and implementing stimulating learning activities and creating a stimulating environment for students to help ensure they can live a successful and fulfilling life. Experience working in fast paced and high stress environment. Well-organized and highly efficient working in multi-tasking environment. Ability to plan, organize and work collaboratively with others. Possess excellent communication, decision-making and leadership skills. Works well with individuals of different cultures. Innovative teacher bringing 4-years 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FOURTH GRADE MATH TEACHER
TEMPLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2023 - 05.2024
Managing a classroom, Creating daily lesson plan
Preparing progress reports, Collaborating with other staff, and interacting with parents.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a culture of accountability among students.
Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom, encouraging students to embrace challenges and view mistakes as opportunities for learning and improvement.
Developed strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and offering suggestions for at-home support.
Enhanced classroom environment by implementing creative and interactive learning activities that fostered collaboration and critical thinking among students.
Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest educational research and trends to inform instructional strategies.
Utilized data-driven assessments to track student progress, adjusting instruction as needed to address areas of weakness or challenge advanced learners.
Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary projects, connecting math concepts to other subjects for a more comprehensive understanding.
AIMS PARAPROFESSIONAL
BELTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2021 - 05.2022
Students daily support system for non-behavioral and behavioral issues, Effectively works with special needs students in cooperation with appropriate specialists to assist socially and emotionally challenged children in developing skills, Supervise students throughout the day, including lunch, bus duty, and playground, Help students with behavioral issues to modify actions, Daily communicate with students with activities, both inside and outside of school, Provided support to students any time it is requested by students or supervising teacher, Assist students with homework
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
TEACHER SPED
CHISHOLM TRAIL ELEMENTARY
08.2020 - 05.2021
Prepared classroom materials and maintained clean, safe facilities and equipment, Effectively work with special needs students in cooperation with appropriate specialists to help socially and emotionally challenged children develop life s skills, Help students with physical care, including feeding, toileting, and individual hygiene, Supervised students throughout the day; lunch, bus duty, and playground, Help students with behavioral and physical disabilities by lifting or positioning them
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
University of Mary Hardin Baylor
Belton, TX
05.2011
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Collaborative Teaching
Parent-Teacher Communication
Data-Driven Instruction
Strong Classroom Management
Progress Monitoring
Technology Integration
IEP support
Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Relationship Building
Positive Behavior Techniques
Certification
CPI trained and certified
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Educationexperience
TEMPLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, THORNTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOURTH GRADE MATH TEACER, 08/2023, 08/2024, Managing a classroom, Creating daily lesson plan, Preparing progress reports, Collaborating with other staff, and interacting with parents, Effectively prepped my kids for STARR and regular exams., Made sure they thrived inside my class and in other classes on campus., Built the level of trust and respect for classroom management., Worked with my team to lesson plan for each upcoming lesson.
BELTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CHISHOLM TRAIL ELEMENTRAY, 08/2021, 08/2022, AIMS PARAPROFESSIONAL, Students daily support system for non-behavioral and behavioral issues, Effectively works with special needs students in cooperation with appropriate specialists to assist socially and emotionally challenged children in developing skills., Supervise students throughout the day, including lunch, bus duty, and playground., Help students with behavioral issues to modify actions, Daily communicate with students with activities, both inside and outside of school, Provided support to students any time it is requested by students or supervising teacher, Assist students with homework
CHISHOLM TRAIL ELEMENTARY, TEACHER SPED, 08/2020, 05/2021, Prepared classroom materials and maintained clean, safe facilities and equipment., Effectively work with special needs students in cooperation with appropriate specialists to help socially and emotionally challenged children develop life s skills., Help students with physical care, including feeding, toileting, and individual hygiene., Supervised students throughout the day; lunch, bus duty, and playground., Help students with behavioral and physical disabilities by lifting or positioning them.
Additional Education
Online Alternative Education, 08/2012, 01/2014
Timeline
FOURTH GRADE MATH TEACHER
TEMPLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2023 - 05.2024
AIMS PARAPROFESSIONAL
BELTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2021 - 05.2022
TEACHER SPED
CHISHOLM TRAIL ELEMENTARY
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Special Education Paraprofessional – Self-Contained Classroom at Temple Independent School DistrictSpecial Education Paraprofessional – Self-Contained Classroom at Temple Independent School District