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George Stokes

Alvin,TX

Summary


Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Math Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2019 - Current
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Utilized data to drive math instruction.
  • Modified general education math curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs in mathematics.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.

Math Instructional Coach & 5th Grade APA Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2016 - 06.2019
  • Mentored new teachers in math instruction and classroom management.
  • Provided feedback to new teachers based upon their specific instructional needs.
  • Planned with teachers weekly on lesson planning.
  • Planned and facilitated professional development for elementary math teachers.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
  • Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
  • Conducted tutoring sessions at schools.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.

5th Grade Math Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2005 - 06.2016
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Utilized data to drive instruction.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.

Dyslexia Specialist

Alvin ISD
08.2004 - 05.2005
  • Assessed students' academic achievement continually through variety of methods, documented progress and adjusted instructional planning to maximize student achievement.
  • Delivered direct instruction to dyslexic students utilizing multisensory activities to teach phonological awareness, decoding, spelling, writing, and comprehension.
  • Maintained data to monitor and evaluate student progress and communicated regularly with parents of students regarding child's progress.


Special Education ELA/Math Resource Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2002 - 05.2004
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of diverse students.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology Major W/Chemistry Minor

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
12-2001

Accomplishments

Math Department Head at Melba Passmore Elementary from August 2016 to June 2019.


Formed and facilitated professional development to elementary math teachers over the time period from August 2016 to June 2019.


Awarded "Most Influential Teacher" on 3 occasions by former Top 20 students graduating from Alvin High School.

Certification

Special Education K-12 TX


Generalist 4-8 TX


English as a Second Language TX

Timeline

Special Education Math Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2019 - Current

Math Instructional Coach & 5th Grade APA Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2016 - 06.2019

5th Grade Math Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2005 - 06.2016

Dyslexia Specialist

Alvin ISD
08.2004 - 05.2005

Special Education ELA/Math Resource Teacher

Alvin ISD
08.2002 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Biology Major W/Chemistry Minor

University of North Texas

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