Esther Burchert
New Caney,TX
Summary
Creative classroom teacher offering 28 years of experience developing and implementing elementary course curriculum. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Tavola Elementary - New Caney ISD
07.2023 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
Classroom Teacher
Sheldon ISD - H M Carroll Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement
Special Education Resource Teacher
Humble ISD - Whispering Pines Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Explore Knowledge Charter Academy
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Second Grade Teacher
Henderson International School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
First and Second Grade Teacher/Reading Recovery Teacher
Humble ISD - Lakeland Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.1994
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Instructional Strategies
- Grading Procedures
- Instructional Techniques
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Test Administration
Certification
General Classroom Teacher (1-8)
Generic Special Education (PK- 12)
Elementary Self-Contained (1-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental (PK - 12)
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Tavola Elementary - New Caney ISD
07.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Sheldon ISD - H M Carroll Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2023
Special Education Resource Teacher
Humble ISD - Whispering Pines Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Explore Knowledge Charter Academy
08.2013 - 06.2015
Second Grade Teacher
Henderson International School
08.2012 - 06.2013
First and Second Grade Teacher/Reading Recovery Teacher
Humble ISD - Lakeland Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
General Classroom Teacher (1-8)
Generic Special Education (PK- 12)
Elementary Self-Contained (1-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental (PK - 12)
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