Hannah Boutwell Pugel
Houston,TX
Summary
Teacher with valid Texas teaching certificate with training, endorsements and demonstrated competency in English and Journalism. Focused on fostering a curiosity for reading and writing. Instructs students and manages behavior to facilitate educational strategies. Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction to encourage digital-age work and student learning outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Journalism Teacher & Student Media Advisor
Cypress Lakes High School (CFISD)
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Taught and advised Journalism 1, Photojournalism, Newspaper, and Yearbook while overseeing and guiding production of student media
- Taught students the nuances of journalistic writing, focusing on grammar, AP style, and editorial standards, preparing them for excellence in the field
- Collaborated with district educators to develop comprehensive, updated lesson plans
- Managed class account and effectively allocated budgets for student media projects
- Communicated efficiently with third-party vendors to ensure production of high-quality, in-budget, and timely student media under tight deadlines
- Updated school's journalism program to be consistent with school and district's branding and style
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration across departments within school and district
- Established and developed school's first print magazine
English IV Teacher
Cypress Lakes High School (CFISD)
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught, managed and assessed progress of 150+ students in developing foundational language skills such as comprehension, author's purpose and craft; composition; and inquiry and research
- Collaborated with English IV team to develop objective-based lesson plans in accordance with required TEKS and district curriculum and with CARE Academy through Lone Star College to ensure college readiness
- Led Accelerated Instruction afterschool lessons to students needing additional support to pass English STAAR exams
- Taught ENGL IV summer school
Communications Intern
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed and revised clear, concise, and engaging content for internal and external communication that aligned with company’s style guide and corporate branding
- Revised and copyedited marketing and technical documents
- Conducted research, development and implementation of communication plans to promote a healthy lifestyle and Blue Cross products and coverage to target audiences
Education
Teaching Certification -
IteachTEXAS
Texas2020
Master of Mass Communication -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA06.2019
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts in Music -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05.2017
Skills
- Writing and Editing
- K-12 Education and Teaching
- Time Management
- Attention To Detail
- English Language Arts Education
- Journalism Education
- AP Style
- Online Learning Management Systems and Education Technology
- Virtual Education
Relevant Coursework
- TCTX 5600: Diverse Populations, English Language Learners and Bilingual Students
Certifications & Exams Passed
- Standard Texas Teaching Certification (valid through 2027)
- TExES content exam #231: 7-12 English Language Arts and Reading
- TExES #154: English as a Second Language Supplemental
- TExES #160: Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities
- TExES exam #256: Journalism 7-12
Timeline
Journalism Teacher & Student Media Advisor
Cypress Lakes High School (CFISD)
05.2022 - 07.2023
English IV Teacher
Cypress Lakes High School (CFISD)
01.2021 - 05.2022
Communications Intern
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
05.2019 - 08.2020
Teaching Certification -
IteachTEXAS
Master of Mass Communication -
Louisiana State University
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication -
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts in Music -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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