Gina Marie Khieu
Floresville,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable elementary educator with over six years of experience supporting diverse learners in general and special education settings. Proven instructional leader and fourth-grade team lead with expertise in empowering colleagues, fostering collaboration, and enhancing student outcomes. Committed to cultivating an inclusive learning environment that enables students and educators to thrive, with a strong track record of developing engaging lesson plans and adapting teaching methods to meet varied student needs. A collaborative team player focused on achieving educational goals, skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher (3rd/4th Grade)
East Central ISD
San Antonio
- Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lessons aligned to TEKS standards
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs
- Used data-driven instruction to improve student performance
- Served as 4th Grade Team Lead for two consecutive years, facilitating team meetings, supporting instructional planning, and mentoring team members
- Delivered professional development sessions focused on instructional strategies and collaboration
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff
- Assessed student progress regularly, adapting teaching methods accordingly.
Substitute Teacher
- - Maintained continuity of instruction across multiple grade levels
- - Managed classroom behavior in diverse settings
Special Education Paraprofessional
- - Supported students with individualized learning needs
- - Assisted with accommodations and modifications
- - Collaborated with teachers to ensure student success
Counselor & Membership Representative
YMCA
- - Provided supervision and mentorship for children
- - Delivered customer service and membership support
- - Managed front desk responsibilities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Minor in History
University of Texas Permian Basin
01-2022
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Professional Development
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elementary Teacher (3rd/4th Grade)
East Central ISD
- Current
Substitute Teacher
Counselor & Membership Representative
YMCA
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Minor in History
University of Texas Permian Basin
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Holdsworth Center Leadership Program – Austin, TX
- - Leadership training focused on instructional impact and collaboration
- - Developed leadership philosophy centered on empowering others, building capacity, and shared success
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
6+ years experience in education and childcare