Holly Pruitt
Vidor
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Vidor Elementary School, specializing in mathematics instruction and classroom management. Proven ability to foster a collaborative environment, enhancing student engagement and promoting social-emotional learning. Committed to inspiring a love for learning in every student.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Vidor Elementary School, Vidor ISD
08.2018 - Current
- Taught math and science in a 4th grade classroom.
- Head of 4th grade math department (2021-present)
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom dynamics by creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all students to thrive.
- Mentored new teachers within the school district, sharing expertise and offering guidance throughout their first year of teaching.
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Newton Elementary, Newton ISD
08.2002 - 05.2011
- Taught 2nd (4 years) and 3rd (5 years) in a self contained general education classroom.
- Delivered instruction in all subject areas including: reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered respect, collaboration, and a love for learning.
3rd Grade Teacher
Mauriceville Elementary, LCM CISD
08.2000 - 05.2002
- Delivered instruction in a 3rd grade self-contained classroom.
- Covered all subject areas including: reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2000
Skills
- Mathematics instruction
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Social-emotional learning
- Science Instruction
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year in 2025 at Vidor Elementary, Vidor, TX
- Teacher Incentive Allotment, Exemplary Designation in 2024
- Teacher Incentive Allotment, Masters Designation in 2023
- Teacher Incentive Allotment, Recognized Designation in 2022
- Teacher of the Year in 2007 at Newton Elementary, Newton, TX
Certification
- Self-Contained (Grades 1-8)
- Math (Grade 1-8)
- English as a Second Language
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Vidor Elementary School, Vidor ISD
08.2018 - Current
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Newton Elementary, Newton ISD
08.2002 - 05.2011
3rd Grade Teacher
Mauriceville Elementary, LCM CISD
08.2000 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lamar University
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