Erica Houston
Summary
High-energy Teacher with solid background educating students. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade ELA Teacher
Raleigh Bartlett Meadows
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of the connection between subjects.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their performance and master course material.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Raleigh Bartlett Meadows
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven strategies for assessing student progress and adjusting instruction accordingly.
2nd Grade Teacher
Lumin Schools
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
Flight Attendant
Continental/United Airlines
02.2012 - 11.2021
- Calculated load weights for different aircraft compartments, using charts.
- Purser/Lead conducted briefs for the flight attendant crews Announced flight status updates and information about gate changes inside the aircraft during delays/emergencies.
- Ensure that all emergency equipment is in compliance and in good working condition.
- Serve and sell, beverages, meals, or snacks.
- Take care of passengers needs and show good customer service at all times.
- Provided safety, service, and security to all passengers.
- Attended trainings in customer service, conflict resolution techniques, and safety procedures to remain current on new requirements and procedures.
- Offered answers to passengers' questions and resolved issues that arose during flights.
- Followed safety, passenger and supply pre-flight checklists.
Administrative Assistant
UT Health Science Center
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials and executed follow-up for meetings and team conferences.
- Designed electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.
- Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls, reviewing and prioritizing mail and composing and typing correspondence.
- Coordinated project materials by managing physical and digital files, monitoring spreadsheets and updating reports.
- Arranged travel and hotel accommodations for international and domestic business meetings and trips.
- Planned events and department activities by acquiring venues, developing guest lists and organizing catering services.
Floor Attendant/Cashier
Ross/American Eagle
05.2005 - 04.2010
- Assessed customer needs and responded to questions.
- Cleaned and straightened work area.
- Cashier, and set the floor including dressing the mannequins.
- Bagged merchandise by following standard procedures.
- Resolved conflicts with communication skills and use of discounts and complementary offerings.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication/Journalism
Lane College
Jackson, TN05.2010
Skills
- Differentiated learning techniques
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Mediation and advocacy talent
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Parent/teacher conferences
- Student rapport
- Performance assessments
- Calm under pressure
- Excellent classroom management
- Clear public speaking skills
Timeline
3rd Grade ELA Teacher
Raleigh Bartlett Meadows
01.2023 - Current
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Raleigh Bartlett Meadows
09.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Lumin Schools
11.2021 - 06.2022
Flight Attendant
Continental/United Airlines
02.2012 - 11.2021
Administrative Assistant
UT Health Science Center
06.2010 - 07.2011
Floor Attendant/Cashier
Ross/American Eagle
05.2005 - 04.2010
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication/Journalism
Lane College
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