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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Teacher

Kathy Mathis

Substitute Teacher
Garland,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Dallas ISD, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in adapting instruction to diverse learning styles, fostering student engagement, and achieving significant academic growth. Recognized for creating supportive environments that enhance learning and promote positive behavior among students.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitue Teacher

Garland ISD
01.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Isd
10.1980 - 05.2012
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
  • Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education

Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
06-1975

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement

Certification

  • Speech and Language Therapy 1975
  • Special Education 1975

Timeline

Substitue Teacher

Garland ISD
01.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Isd
10.1980 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education

Abilene Christian University

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