Gesille Stuberfield
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Motivated Academic Advisor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Successful at guiding students through course registration steps, course selection and academic planning. Expertise in goal setting and active listening.
I am seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource - Inclusion Teacher (3rd/4th Grade)
West Orange Cove ISD-West Orange Stark Elementary
09.2017 - 03.2023
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Educational Diagnostician
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2017
- Deployed various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
- Selected, administered and interpreted appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations.
- Assisted school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Classroom Teacher - 4th Grade
Pasadena ISD
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- 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.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning..
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Educational Diagnostician
Beaumont Independent School District - Ozen HS
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Deployed various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
- Assisted school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Selected, administered and interpreted appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students..
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Classroom Teacher (Grade 4)
Beaumont Independent School District - Price Elem.
08.1998 - 05.2004
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 20 students.
- Instructed groups of up to 20 students and provided individual support.
- 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.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Classroom Teacher - Middle School - Home Economics
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.1996 - 05.1998
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
Classroom Teacher - Home Economics-Food/Nutritionist
Beaumont Independent School District - Central HS
08.1990 - 05.1996
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Instructed groups of up to 25 students and provided individual support.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 80 students.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten - Sam Houston El
Port Arthur Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- 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.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Education
Master of Science - Administration: Counseling, Principal, Spec. Ed.
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX07.2018
Skills
- Scholarship Applications
- Resource Identification
- Staff Management
- Problem Resolution
- Academic Advising
- Academic Monitoring
- Career Counseling
- Behavior Modification
- Administrative Ability
- Job Search Strategies
- Educational Support
- Cognition Assessment
- Educational Software
- Character Building
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Incoming Credit Evaluation
Timeline
Resource - Inclusion Teacher (3rd/4th Grade)
West Orange Cove ISD-West Orange Stark Elementary
09.2017 - 03.2023
Educational Diagnostician
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2017
Classroom Teacher - 4th Grade
Pasadena ISD
08.2006 - 05.2009
Educational Diagnostician
Beaumont Independent School District - Ozen HS
08.2004 - 05.2005
Classroom Teacher (Grade 4)
Beaumont Independent School District - Price Elem.
08.1998 - 05.2004
Classroom Teacher - Middle School - Home Economics
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.1996 - 05.1998
Classroom Teacher - Home Economics-Food/Nutritionist
Beaumont Independent School District - Central HS
08.1990 - 05.1996
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten - Sam Houston El
Port Arthur Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990
Master of Science - Administration: Counseling, Principal, Spec. Ed.
Lamar University
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