Passionate substitute teacher recognized for fostering positive relationships and promoting student engagement. Proven ability to adapt lessons to individual learning styles, ensuring a constructive and collaborative classroom environment. I also have a lifelong interest in music that has lead to 35 years of writing, playing and recording.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Austin Independent School District
09.2000 - Current
Delivered engaging lessons to diverse K-5 classrooms, adapting to varied learning needs.
Developed and implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
Assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback to support individual learning goals.
Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve teaching techniques.
Consistently received positive feedback from parents, students, and administrators for dedication to student success and creating a supportive learning environment.
Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by cultivating respect amongst peers and facilitating team-building activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Fostered relationships with students and staff to promote a supportive school community.
Mentored new substitute teachers, sharing best practices for classroom engagement and management.
Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching techniques and educational strategies.
Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
In Home and School Professional Tutoring
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
03.2009 - 09.2010
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Philosophy
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05-1999
Skills
Classroom management
Adaptable
Relationship building and management
Student engagement
Behavior management
Creativity in teaching
Special education
Multi-subject instruction
Parent communication
Creative problem solving
Health and safety
Analytical skills
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Excellent communication
Staff collaboration
Teaching life skills
Conflict resolution
Languages
Latin
Professional Working
Interests
Music
Creative Writing
Experimenting with different creative mediums, like painting, photography, and audio recording, to expand skills and techniques
Timeline
In Home and School Professional Tutoring
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
03.2009 - 09.2010
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Austin Independent School District
09.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Philosophy
The University of Texas At Austin
Sub teacher of the year
My hard work and dedication was recognized by the excellent sub coordinator of that time, Ms Heselbeck. also recognized by Superintendant Meria Carstarphen . The years bring many changes , and I'm not even sure how many years they had this system of recognition. I do believe the entire time I've been working for AISD that I have given all of my knowledge and personal care to children and staff.