Gayla Cook
Huntsville,TX
Summary
Dedicated teacher with 17+ years of experience guiding and supporting students' personal, social, physical, cognitive and educational development. Accomplished mentor and character coach. Passionate about helping students develop the tools and skills needed to lead full and productive lives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Coach
New Waverly Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
- Supported students' overall development and well-being through multiple instructional roles.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to increase relevance, engagement, and cultural awareness to better prepare students for future success.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully navigate their first years in the education profession, contributing to higher teacher retention rates.
- Provided individual and group counseling.
Teacher/ESL Remediation Tutor
Abilene Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2016
- Taught/tutored/remediated international refugee students who were English Language Learners.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Education in School Counseling - Counseling And Student Services
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX05.1992
Skills
- Advanced/well-developed relationship building skills
- Trustworthy, attentive, empathic listener
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Curious, growth-minded lifelong learner
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate
- Texas School Counselor Certified
- Texas Teacher Certified
Timeline
Teacher/Coach
New Waverly Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
Teacher/ESL Remediation Tutor
Abilene Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2016
Master of Education in School Counseling - Counseling And Student Services
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Howard Payne University
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