Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with administration, families and colleagues. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grade 4 ELAR
Katy ISD - Katy Elementary
Katy, TX
07.2019 - Current
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Preschool Ministry Director
Second Baptist Church, West Campus
Katy, TX
09.2008 - 11.2017
Developed and implemented a comprehensive ministry plan to expand outreach efforts.
Coordinated volunteer recruitment activities to increase participation in the ministry.
Assisted in developing job descriptions for new hires within the ministry.
Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
Supervised nursery staff in care of infants, toddlers and pre-school aged children.
Determined allocations of funds for classroom supplies and materials, authorizing purchases.
Education
Alternative Teacher Certification -
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Houston, TX
05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Minor in Business Management
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05-1992
Skills
Classroom Instruction
Student Engagement
Small Group Instruction
Group Instruction
Student Rapport
Data-Driven Instruction
Creative Lesson Plan Development
Strong Public Speaking Skills
Behavior Management
Motivating Students
Parent and Student Communication
Strong suit in Special Education students
Affiliations
Campus Advisory Team
PBIS Committee
CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health) Committee
Sunshine Committee
Accomplishments
2022-2023 Katy Elementary Teacher of the Year
2023-2024 ATPE Teacher of the Year Candidate
Certification
EC - 6th Teacher Certification
ESL Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 4 ELAR
Katy ISD - Katy Elementary
07.2019 - Current
Preschool Ministry Director
Second Baptist Church, West Campus
09.2008 - 11.2017
Alternative Teacher Certification -
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Minor in Business Management
Texas A&M University
EC - 6th Teacher Certification
ESL Certification
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