Haylin Harrison
Mont Belvieu
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with four years of first-grade teaching experience, committed to fostering both academic and personal growth in young learners. Proud graduate of Barbers Hill with a strong understanding of the district’s culture of excellence and a desire to contribute meaningfully to its continued success. Skilled in classroom management and engaging instructional practices that support students in becoming confident readers, writers, and problem-solvers. Passionate about creating a positive, structured learning environment and eager to return to Barbers Hill Elementary to inspire and support the next generation of learners.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Goose Creek I.S.D., Jessie Lee Pumphrey Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment by demonstrating respect for each student.
- Maintain a professional relationship with each student.
- Be discreet with any confidential information.
- Observe the behavior and learning styles of students in a world of diverse cultures in order to create a classroom atmosphere that fosters culturally-responsive instruction.
- Provide lesson internalizations for HQIM (Highly qualified instruction material for Bluebonnet Learning curriculum) as well as participate in lesson rehearsal.
- Participate in school-wide events such as teacher meetings, family nights, PLC days, and other school-based activities.
- Incorporate a variety of teaching strategies to provide for individual learning styles and to better develop inquiry and problem-solving skills.
Clinical/Student Teaching
Goose Creek I.S.D., Dr. Antonio Banuelos Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment by demonstrating respect for each student.
- Maintain a professional relationship with each student.
- Be discreet with any confidential information.
- Observe the behavior and learning styles of students in a world of diverse cultures in order to create a classroom atmosphere that fosters culturally-responsive instruction.
- Provide the cooperating teacher with written lesson plans well in advance of teaching.
- Participate in school-wide events such as teacher meetings, family nights, PLC days, and other school-based activities.
- Incorporate a variety of teaching strategies to provide for individual learning styles and to better develop inquiry and problem-solving skills.
Substitute Teacher
Barbers Hill I.S.D., Mont Belvieu, TX
Mont Belvieu, TX
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
- Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Establish and maintain a classroom environment in accordance with school behavior standards.
School age Teacher
The Little Learning Academy, Mont Belvieu, TX
Mont Belvieu, TX
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintain safety and ensure that children are supervised at all times.
- Assist in maintenance of appropriate standards for children’s discipline and behavior.
- Organize activities (crafts, games, lessons, etc) that stimulate the children’s growth physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies B.S. With EC-6 Core Subjects with STR, Special Education EC-12 Certification, English as Second Language Supplemental EC-12
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Clear lake05-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Barbers Hill High School
Mont Belvieu, TX05-2018
Skills
- Classroom management and positive behavior systems
- Phonics and early literacy instruction
- Student engagement strategies
- Parent–teacher communication
- Relationship building with students and families
- Team collaboration with colleagues and staff
- Organization and classroom systems
- Time management and lesson pacing
- Adaptability and flexibility in the classroom
- Student motivation and confidence building
Accomplishments
Teacher Incentive Allotment- Recognized teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.
Top Parent Square Poster for Parent Communication for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years.
Certification
EC-6 Core Subjects with Science of teaching reading
EC-12 Special Education
EC-12 English as Second Language (ESL)
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Goose Creek I.S.D., Jessie Lee Pumphrey Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Clinical/Student Teaching
Goose Creek I.S.D., Dr. Antonio Banuelos Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Barbers Hill I.S.D., Mont Belvieu, TX
08.2020 - 12.2021
School age Teacher
The Little Learning Academy, Mont Belvieu, TX
05.2020 - 12.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Barbers Hill High School
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies B.S. With EC-6 Core Subjects with STR, Special Education EC-12 Certification, English as Second Language Supplemental EC-12
University of Houston-Clear Lake
AWARDS & Professional Development
TIA Teacher Incentive Allotment- Recognized Teacher (2024-2025 school year), Top Poster for Parent Square Communication with parents for 23/24 and 24/25 school year, Dean’s list University of Houston-Clear Lake (Spring 2021), Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (Lee College 2018)