Ieshia Demas
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Adaptable and results-oriented educator with 14 years of experience, seeking to join a progressive education company prioritizing equitable education for students and providing strong faculty support. Recognized for organizational skills and attention to detail, consistently receiving praise from peers. Proven track record instills confidence in ability to contribute to company's success and help achieve its goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PreK-2 Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rhodes School
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with and Coach teachers individually to identify the literacy and mathematical needs of students, to set learning goals and targets
- Construct and deliver in-person, remote, and online professional development sessions for teachers and instructional leaders
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing technology to create digital grade appropriate content
- Assess the quality of instruction given by teachers and provide ongoing observations and consistent feedback to ensure teacher growth
- Organized, and hosted Family Engagement Literacy Night that produced 65 percent of family participation and turnout
- Collect and analyze data to help teachers drive their instructional practices
- Assist instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs
- Participate in the interviewing and recruitment process of job applicants
- Partner with district and campus level leadership in directing instructional and curriculum services to meet student’s needs
- Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of educational goals
- Served as Title 1 Family Engagement Coordinator
2nd Grade NES Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences
- Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
- Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to the students
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
PreK-2 Literacy Coach/RTI Specialist
Cleveland ISD
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborate with and Coach teachers individually to identify the literacy needs of students, to set learning goals and targets
- Acts as coach/resource teacher to support implementation and fidelity of the universal curriculum in reading and language arts
- Construct and delivered in-person professional development sessions for teachers and instructional leaders
- Observe teachers, provide feedback, and identify next steps to improve instruction in core ELA instruction for the purpose of support and not evaluation
- Monitor interventions conducted by the classroom teacher
- Model exemplar lessons
- Analyze data, identify trends, and support teachers to adjust instruction based on data
- Conducted and lead ELA Professional Learning Communities
- Support lesson preparation using high-quality curriculum
- Attend all required meetings and trainings
- Participated and conducted Family Engagement Activities such as (Open House, Holiday Programs and School Parties).
- Communicate with leadership team on school-wide literacy progress.
PreK-2 Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rhodes School
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborate with and Coach teachers individually to identify the literacy and mathematical needs of students, to set learning goals and targets
- Construct and deliver in-person, remote, and online professional development sessions for teachers and instructional leaders
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing technology to create digital grade appropriate content
- Assess the quality of instruction given by teachers and provide ongoing observations and consistent feedback to ensure teacher growth
- Organized, and hosted Family Literacy Night that produced 65 percent of family participation and turnout
- Collect and analyze data to help teachers drive their instructional practices
- Assist instructional staff in evaluating and selecting instructional materials to meet student learning needs
- Participate in the interviewing and recruitment process of job applicants
- Partner with district and campus level leadership in directing instructional and curriculum services to meet student’s needs
- Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of educational goals
- Served as Title 1 Family Engagement Coordinator
Self-Contained Pre-K 3 Teacher
KIPP Public Schools
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Established and enforced rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order
- Organized and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
- Created Digital content for online and remote learning
- Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
- Read books to entire classes or to small groups
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Observed and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Participated and conducted Family Engagement Activities such as (Open House, Thanksgiving Feast, and Story Book Parade).
Principal Intern
Aldine ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted the Principal and Assistant Principal(s) in the performance of the various leadership responsibilities, which are imperative to the successful administration of the school functionality
- Construct and deliver in-person, remote, and online professional development sessions for teachers and instructional leaders
- Participated in meetings, professional developments, and webinars
- As well as lead and co-lead professional developments
- Evaluated teacher performances and provided feedback to improve teacher and student performance
- Monitored and supervised in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school.
Magrill Elementary ELA 1st, 3rd, and 4th Grade Teacher
Aldine ISD
05.2014 - 07.2018
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing technology to create digital grade appropriate content
- Served as the DI Coach (Destination Imagination) Where student participated in PBL
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
- Participated and conducted Family Engagement Activities such as (Open House, Meet the teacher, Literacy Night, and STAAR Night).
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement lessons and support student learning styles
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Prepared and implemented tutorial programs for students requiring extra help
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress
- Administered standardized state test (STAAR) and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Garcia Leza Self-Contained Pre-K Teacher
Aldine ISD
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Organized and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
- Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
- Observed and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Read books to entire classes or to small groups
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Communicated with families about student learning progress and behavior
- Participated and conducted Family Engagement Activities such as (Open House, Story Book Parade, Graduation, and Meet the teacher).
Pieztsch Mac Arthur Elementary ELA 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Beaumont ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Served as Grade Level Chairperson
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing technology to create digital grade appropriate content
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement lessons and support student learning styles
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Prepared and implement tutorial programs for students requiring extra help
- Prepared, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress
- Administered standardized state test (STAAR and TAKS) and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Participated and conducted Family Engagement Activities such as (Open House, TAKS/STAAR night, and meet the teacher)
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) Educational Leadership -
Angelo State University
Angelo, TX08.2021
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Education - undefined
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2010
Skills
- Proficient English (Great Communication)
- G Suit
- Microsoft Office
- Eduphoria
- Illuminate
- Schoology
- Amplify (CKLA)
- NWEA Map
- Science of Teaching Readin
- Families and Parent Communication
Certification
- EC- 4th License
- T-TESS
- AEL
- Principal Certification (In Progress)
References
- Cindy Murray, Director of K-2nd Literacy, 936-635-4020, cynthia.murray@clevelandisd.org
- Tonya McBride, Principal/Supervisor, 832-768-9494, tmcbride@rhodesschool.org
- Krystal Auguste, Mentor/ Supervisor, 281-985-6956, kdauguste@aldineisd.org
- Dr. Tia Agan, Professor/ Program Director, 325-486-6791, tagan@angelo.edu
Timeline
PreK-2 Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rhodes School
01.2024 - Current
2nd Grade NES Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2023 - 01.2024
PreK-2 Literacy Coach/RTI Specialist
Cleveland ISD
07.2022 - 06.2023
PreK-2 Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rhodes School
06.2021 - 07.2022
Principal Intern
Aldine ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
Self-Contained Pre-K 3 Teacher
KIPP Public Schools
10.2018 - 06.2021
Magrill Elementary ELA 1st, 3rd, and 4th Grade Teacher
Aldine ISD
05.2014 - 07.2018
Garcia Leza Self-Contained Pre-K Teacher
Aldine ISD
07.2013 - 05.2014
Pieztsch Mac Arthur Elementary ELA 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Beaumont ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
Master of Science (M.S.) Educational Leadership -
Angelo State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Education - undefined
Lamar University
- EC- 4th License
- T-TESS
- AEL
- Principal Certification (In Progress)
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