Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social studies sub both short and Long-term
Carrollton Farmer Branch ISD TX
01.2020 - Current
Set professional goals; seek out and participate in professional learning experiences to improve job-related skills.
Collaborate with administrative staff as well as colleagues
Set an example of and encourage socially acceptable behavior in the areas of appearance, communication, and behavior.
Display emotional maturity and a positive attitude in contacts with students, parents, staff, and community.
Model responsibility and good character.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Attend and participate in campus meetings and serve on campus and district committees as required.
All other duties as assigned
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Social Studies Teacher of Record
Ron Jackson High School West Brownwood TX
11.2015 - 05.2019
Create learning spaces that are conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Provide a safe learning environment.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the TJJD Classroom Management Framework, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Student Handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Work cooperatively with other educators to provide individualized instruction for special populations, reflective of student need, in accordance with district, state, and federal guidelines.
Used positive and negative reinforcement strategies to maintain effective classroom management in order to utilize the maximum amount of instructional time.
Assisted and supervised students established one-on-one teacher/student relationships and implemented effective classroom management techniques to maximize student academic/social growth.
Integrated literacy strategies and technological resources into the instructional framework of American and World History curricula.
Created differentiated curricula in U.S./World History, Sociology, Psychology, Geography and American Government subjects.
Developed instructional technology professional development, coordinated professional conferences.
Coordinated and designed a comprehensive professional development plan focused on student discourse, differentiated instruction, inquiry and reflection.
Developing and presenting grade level and individualized curriculum to enrich student learning, understanding, and engagement.
Developed curriculum along with school administrators and colleagues that incorporated student learning styles and assessment data attained from Power-School program.
Participated and helped construct Social Studies curriculum for Economics and World History.
Aligned Secondary Social Studies curriculum for 200 students for Nationally accredited program
Integrate different teaching strategies and methods into lessons and instructional materials.
Performed updates on instructional materials for class instruction and e-Learning.
Developed a curriculum and instructed 8th grade students in academic areas including history, American government, geography and political science.
Teach a diverse body of students United States History from early colonialism to reconstruction while incorporating geography and government.
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and diverse learning styles.
Adjunct Professor
Dallas County Community College District, TX
06.2011 - 06.2015
Taught classes on varied schedules (morning, afternoon, evening and weekends).
Demonstrates a sensitivity toward and respect for diversities represented student population, colleagues and service areas.
Aided in the development of curricula, including individual course syllabi as assigned.
Prepared and delivers instruction that are student focused.
Actively pursued and participated in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning.
Collaborated with colleagues to select appropriate textbooks for departmental adoptions, and abides by departmental decisions for textbooks.
Compiled bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
Maintained student attendance records.
Provided regular and timely evaluation feedback to students.
Assigned grades consistent with course requirements.
Assisted in District commitment to assessing student learning outcomes and program learning outcomes aimed at achieving institutional performance measures.
Participated in TCC’s institutional effectiveness program.
Education
Masters of - Educational Leadership
Ashford University
Clinton, IA
01.2010
Texas Educator Certification - Social Studies (Composite) 8-12 grades
ACT- Houston
Dallas, TX
05-2012
Skills
Dependable, enthusiastic, dedicated, cooperative team player and passionate about solution-oriented outcome, willing to learn and develop more teaching skills in New Tech High School
Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, district philosophy, board policies, and present subject matter according to established guidelines Knowledge of US history, current events, geography and world politics from 7-12 grades, although actually required for 8th through 12th grades
Nurturing and teaching students to maximize their learning outcome and learning opportunities in a diverse classroom setting so that they can take control of their own learning outcome in a more student-centered classroom environment
Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, Proprietary Software
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Accomplishments
Prepared AP U.S. History students In Samuel High Dallas ISD for the 2012 Texas AP Student competitions (Congressional App Challenges (CAC) where Texas students won district-level coding contests).
Certification
8-12 Social studies composite: Standard certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Social studies sub both short and Long-term
Carrollton Farmer Branch ISD TX
01.2020 - Current
Social Studies Teacher of Record
Ron Jackson High School West Brownwood TX
11.2015 - 05.2019
Adjunct Professor
Dallas County Community College District, TX
06.2011 - 06.2015
Masters of - Educational Leadership
Ashford University
Texas Educator Certification - Social Studies (Composite) 8-12 grades