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Johna Swopes

Midland,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Greenwood ISD, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Expert in differentiated instruction, fostering student engagement through interactive learning. Enhancing student performance and collaboration with parents to support educational growth. Committed to promoting critical thinking and creativity in young learners.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher -1st Grade

Greenwood ISD
08.2006 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Teacher-Kindergarten

Ector County Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2006
  • Promoted creativity and critical thinking skills by incorporating project-based learning activities into the curriculum.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to ensure accountability and inform instructional decisions.
  • Developed strong partnerships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging collaboration in supporting student growth.
  • Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support in specific subject areas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

UTPB
Odessa, TX
05-1998

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Teacher -1st Grade

Greenwood ISD
08.2006 - Current

Teacher-Kindergarten

Ector County Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Education

UTPB

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