Elizabeth Koch
Royse City,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator and child development professional with extensive experience supporting students of diverse abilities, including those with significant behavioral and special education needs. Expertise in homebound teaching, parent training, classroom support, and behavior management fosters positive learning environments. A strong background in customer service, communication, leadership, and community involvement enhances the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Homebound Teacher/Parent Trainer
Royse City ISD
01.2022 - 06.2026
- Support students with a wide range of learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.
- Implement individualized strategies to promote academic, behavioral, and social success.
- Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to support student growth.
- Model and teach behavior-management techniques and social skills strategies to parents.
- Develop positive relationships with students and families to encourage successful educational outcomes.
- Monitor student progress and adapt interventions to meet individual needs.
Behavior Unit Teacher and Paraprofessional
Royse City ISD
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Owner & Child Care Provider
Three Little Kittens Childcare
06.2013 - 07.2019
- Owned and operated a successful childcare business serving children from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate educational and developmental activities.
- Utilized hands-on learning, outdoor experiences, and preschool curriculum instruction.
- Maintained strong communication with parents regarding child development and daily progress.
- Supervised multiple childcare providers and ensured quality care and safety standards.
- Managed business operations, marketing, and community networking.
Diamond Consultant & Assistant Manager
Howes Diamond Jewelers
05.2001 - 05.2005
- Delivered exceptional customer service and personalized consultations.
- Assisted customers with custom wedding, anniversary, and fine jewelry purchases.
- Achieved Top Sales Associate recognition for two consecutive years.
- Increased sales through product recommendations and relationship-based selling.
- Assisted with store operations, team support, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
- Earned GIA Diamond Consultant Certification.
Skin Care Consultant
Mary Kay Cosmetics
10.1994 - 05.2002
- Built and maintained long-term customer relationships through outstanding service.
- Conducted skincare and cosmetic consultations and educational demonstrations.
- Organized and led sales meetings, networking events, and training sessions.
- Recruited and mentored prospective consultants.
- Consistently achieved strong sales performance, earning recognition among the Top 10 Sales Consultants in the region.
- Managed follow-up communications, reorders, and product launches.
Education
Alternate Certification - Education
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Houston04-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA12-1992
Skills
- Special Education Teacher
- General Education Teacher
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Intervention Strategies
- Parent Training & Family Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Advocacy
- Child Development
- Customer Service Excellence
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Marketing & Community Outreach
- Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Special Education EC–12 Certification
- Early Childhood–Grade 6 Certification
- Science of Teaching Reading (STR) Certification
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification
- GIA Diamond Consultant Certification
Timeline
Special Education Homebound Teacher/Parent Trainer
Royse City ISD
01.2022 - 06.2026
Behavior Unit Teacher and Paraprofessional
Royse City ISD
11.2019 - 12.2021
Owner & Child Care Provider
Three Little Kittens Childcare
06.2013 - 07.2019
Diamond Consultant & Assistant Manager
Howes Diamond Jewelers
05.2001 - 05.2005
Skin Care Consultant
Mary Kay Cosmetics
10.1994 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Slippery Rock University
Alternate Certification - Education
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow