Environmental policies and impacts on community
Hi, I’m
Gabriella Blevins
High School Science Teacher
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Highly qualified Composite and AP certified Science Teacher with 5 years of experience teaching middle and high school 7th grade general science, 8th grade general science, Biology, On-level and Honors/Pre-AP Chemistry, On-level Physics and AP Environmental Science and AVID. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons, and student hands-on Lab experiments. Incorporating real world phenomenons, science literacy and writing, student led project based learning in conjugation with interactive notebooks.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
7
Certifications
Work History
Pioneer Technology & Art Academy - North DallasDallas, Texas
High School Science Chair /Avid Instructor/Coordinator
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum. Scope and Sequence to 4 HS campuses Science Departments.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet diverse needs of high school students.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Mentored new teacher in successful strategies, techniques, materials and supplementary technologies.
- Maintained current industry knowledge by reading publications, attending conferences and completing training.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Lake Highlands High School RISDDallas, TX
Honors Chemistry and AP Environmental Science
11.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Taught 10th grade Pre- AP Chemistry in accordance with scope and sequence set by the district and TEKS, created interactive website for At-home learning that enabled students to work with content in multiple ways
- Taught AP Environmental Science in accordance with College Board new CED
- Created a community garden plan for students to participate in all year long
- Lesson Plan to include technology integration, differentiated instruction, Socratic seminar methods, flipped classroom, student-centered group projects
- Google classroom integration for a variety of activities, classwork, homework and additional material
- Unit Plan includes 40% lab activities required by the state standards
- Increase student test scores with test taking strategies and free response practice writing for increased science literacy
- Classroom management strategies that promote student safety and development
- Use of growth -mindset tools.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Supervised students' laboratory and fieldwork.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, laboratory work and papers.
- Assisted students with designing and completing environmental science projects.
- Applied academic expertise and knowledge of trends in industry to develop Socratic seminar to simulate post-secondary courses.
- Started and moderated discussions with small groups and in full classrooms to promote interest and grasp of material.
- Researched new technologies, strategies and field applications to promote environmental sustainability.
- Educated students in strategies for critically approaching studies, events and advancements in field.
- Worked with G-Suites and Google Classroom to disseminate course documentation and connect with class participants.
Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from Science, Biology
Skills
Individualized support
Documentation proficiency
Classroom management
Teacher Support
Behavioral modeling
Lesson Planning
Student advocacy
Student-centered learning
Group Instruction
Modern teaching methods
Curriculum Development
Experiential learning
Group learning mechanics
Special education
Classroom technology
Group and individual instruction
Student engagement
SMART Board aptitude
Differentiated instruction
Excellent Communication
Dependable and Responsible
Written Communication
G-Suite
First Aid/CPR
PPE Compliance
Teambuilding
Multitasking Abilities
Active Listening
Beginning to advanced teaching expertise
Test Proctoring
Standardized Testing
Educational leadership
Staff Development
Technology integration
College preparation
Instructional design
Educational research
SMART Boards
IEP design
K-12 education
Student records management
Testing and grading
Accomplishments
- Achieved above world average scores on Student A.P. Environmental Exams 2 years in a row by completing College Board curriculum with accuracy and efficiency.
- Consistency have a minimum of 90 % students pass the Biology STAAR exam.
- Collaborated and mediate with team of 5 in the development of District Scope and Sequence modification for the needs of students in rural vs suburban campuses.
Certification
Secondary Education Biology 2 Endorsement, State of Utah- [Expired 6/2022]
Interests
Knitting
Timeline
Special Education Supplemental (7-12) State of Texas
03-2023
English as a Second Language Supplemental (7-12) State of Texas
03-2023
High School Science Chair /Avid Instructor/Coordinator
Pioneer Technology & Art Academy - North Dallas
08.2021 - Current
AVID Campus Coordinator Certified, AVID national training
07-2021
AP Environmental Science Certified Texas Women's College
06-2020
Composite Science (7-12), State of Texas - [Expires 5/31/2026]
01-2020
Certified TSI and SAT Proctor, College Board - current
01-2020
Secondary Education Biology 2 Endorsement, State of Utah- [Expired 6/2022]
11-2019
Honors Chemistry and AP Environmental Science
Lake Highlands High School RISD
11.2019 - 05.2021
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from Science, Biology
11.2019