Janna Austin
McAlester
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience teaching English and Spanish at the middle and high school levels. Passionate about fostering student growth and developing essential literacy and language skills while inspiring a lifelong love of learning. Recognized for excellence in academic coaching and success in UIL competitions, consistently creating engaging learning environments that promote student achievement. Committed to implementing innovative teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning styles and empower students to reach their full potential.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Zephyr High School
Zephyr, TX
01.2021 - 01.2024
- English I, English II, 7th and 8th grade ELA
Cross Plains High School
Cross Plains, TX
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Spanish I, Spanish II, English III, English IV, 8th grade ELA
Brownwood High School
Brownwood, TX
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Spanish I, Spanish II
Stigler High School
Stigler, OK
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Spanish I, Spanish II
Quinton High School
Quinton, OK
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Spanish I, Spanish II, 8th grade Reading
Education
High School -
Gunnnison High School
Gunnison, CO01-1976
B.A. - English
Texas A & M University Texarkana
01-1997
A.A. degree - undefined
MacLennan Community College
Waco, TX01-1995
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Curriculum development & lesson planning
- Student-centered instruction & classroom management
- Academic competition coaching
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Cultivating strong partnerships
Accomplishments
UIL State Qualifiers in Literary Criticism - 3rd Place
UIL District and Regional Champions in Literary Criticism - Multiple Years
UIL State Qualifiers in Journalism - State Champs
Certification
- Oklahoma: Secondary English and Spanish
- Texas: Secondary English Language Arts
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Zephyr High School
01.2021 - 01.2024
Cross Plains High School
01.2011 - 01.2021
Brownwood High School
01.2010 - 01.2011
Stigler High School
01.2004 - 01.2010
Quinton High School
01.2000 - 01.2004
B.A. - English
Texas A & M University Texarkana
A.A. degree - undefined
MacLennan Community College
High School -
Gunnnison High School