Emily Wells
Elementary Teacher
Houston,TX
Summary
Focused and dedicated elementary school educator with twelve years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages four to eight using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Veritas Christian Academy
Houston, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Teach a classical Christian education that equips students with wisdom, virtue, and academic excellence to impact the world for Christ.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support, increasing academic achievement across all subjects.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
FA Assistant
Henry Bragg & Co.
Houston, TX
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Processed client requests.
- Communicated with our back office daily.
Third Grade Lead Teacher
Second Baptist University Model
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Taught classical education equipping students to live biblically and lead courageously.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular newsletters, emails, and conferences regarding their child''s progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
Lead Second Grade Teacher
The Fay School
Houston , TX
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Planned lessons
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Infant Lead Teacher
Chapelwood School for Young Children
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Provide caring and safe environment for infants
- Prepared lesson plans
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat and safe
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted development of social, emotional and communication skills in infants
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
Pre-Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
First Baptist Academy
Houston, TX
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Maintained classroom that encouraged children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence
- Assessed child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis
- Attended required staff meetings, workshops and school functions
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Benchmark Counselor
Sky Ranch Christian Camps
Van , TX
06.2005 - 08.2005
- One of twelve chosen to lead female counselors for camp who saw 600 campers per week
- Resolved conflicts among cabins and relationships among them
- Counseled college-aged girls
- Planned night activities for counselors and campers
- Led bible studies
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
Senior Counselor
Sky Ranch Christian Camps
Van, TX
06.2004 - 08.2004
- Taught campers outdoor-focused skills such as kayaking and rappelling to increase campers' self-reliance and confidence
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Developed age-appropriate arts and crafts activities to encourage campers' artistic skills development and creative expression
- Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor
Education
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies, Reading
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio 05.2010 - 05.2010
Skills
Time management
Communication
Adaptability
Teamwork
Organization
Work Ethic
Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Veritas Christian Academy
07.2025 - Current
FA Assistant
Henry Bragg & Co.
04.2023 - 07.2025
Third Grade Lead Teacher
Second Baptist University Model
09.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Second Grade Teacher
The Fay School
08.2014 - 05.2022
Infant Lead Teacher
Chapelwood School for Young Children
08.2012 - 01.2014
Pre-Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
First Baptist Academy
08.2011 - 07.2012
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies, Reading
University of The Incarnate Word
05.2010 - 05.2010
Benchmark Counselor
Sky Ranch Christian Camps
06.2005 - 08.2005
Senior Counselor
Sky Ranch Christian Camps
06.2004 - 08.2004