KATIE VANCUREN
Midland,TX
Summary
Hardworking and reliable ELAR teacher with strong ability to use data that helps students progress to higher reading levels. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade ELAR Teacher
Parker Elementary School
Midland , Texas
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented 4545 House Bill (intervention time with students)
- Assessed student progress by administering STAAR related practice tests, Imagine learning
- Worked Intercession for students who were at risk for not passing the STAAR test.
- Applied Fountas and Pinnell instruction in classroom which included Guided Reading, Interactive Read aloud, Mini lesson and Book Club.
- Assessed students' reading levels through reading records.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Kindergarten Teacher
MISD- South Elementary
Midland , TX
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Encourages and prepares students to become independent readers through phonemic awareness, fluency and comprehension.
- Established Guided Reading/ LLI groups to assist students one-on-one.
- Charts progress with students over Istation, Imagine Math, Kindergarten Screener and F&P levels
- Identifies student needs and utilizes group vs. small group as necessary.
- Exercises good classroom management, focuses on positive reinforcement and addresses any behavior concerns with parents.
Upper Elementary Teacher
Hillcrest School
Midland, TX
08.2017 - Current
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Managed classroom environment in which children could learn and exhibit respect for themselves and others.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance
Student teacher/Substitute teacher
Midland Christian School
Midland, Texas
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Managed classrooms of seventh, eighth, and ninth grade students during absence of their teachers.
- Successfully improved student participation in class through integration of AVID strategies.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, with Psychology minor
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
05.2017
Basics for UTPB -
Midland College
Midland, TX2013
Cosmetology, 1500 Hours -
Midland College
Midland, TX2007
High School Diploma -
Stanton High School
Stanton, TX2005
Skills
- Google Classroom, Google Meets, https://testmapnweaorg, Eduphoria, Skyward, Clever
- Strong collaboration
- Differentiation
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational ability
- Parent communication
- Fountas and Pinnell program
- Relationship building with students and staff
References
Lee Jordan, Parker Elementary 432-212-3235
Kerry Leonard, Parker Elementary928-257-7707
Wenda Christopher, Personal 432-935-1524
Bernice Caro, Region 18, 915-760-9920
Timeline
4th Grade ELAR Teacher
Parker Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
MISD- South Elementary
09.2019 - 05.2021
Upper Elementary Teacher
Hillcrest School
08.2017 - Current
Student teacher/Substitute teacher
Midland Christian School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English, with Psychology minor
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Basics for UTPB -
Midland College
Cosmetology, 1500 Hours -
Midland College
High School Diploma -
Stanton High School
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