Kelly Carr
White Oak,Texas
Summary
Reading Teacher with proven expertise in classroom management, student engagement, and literacy promotion. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student reading proficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Reading Teacher
Union Grove Independent School District
Union Grove, TX
08.2021 - 08.2026
- Assessed student reading levels using various diagnostic tools to inform instruction.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student progress and areas for improvement.
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage critical thinking and discussion.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support reading development at home.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that integrated literacy skills.
Second Grade Teacher
Gladewater Independent School District
Gladewater, TX
08.2002 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards and student learning objectives.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and provided timely feedback for improvement.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Co-teach Classroom, Reading Rti, Special Education
Gladewater Independent School District
Gladewater, TX
08.2002 - 08.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12-1985
Associate of Science - Education
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX07-1983
Skills
- Teacher collaboration
- Student needs assessment
- Fluency building
- Verbal and written communication
- Student engagement
- Reading techniques
- Reliability
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
ESL Certification
Timeline
Third Grade Reading Teacher
Union Grove Independent School District
08.2021 - 08.2026
Second Grade Teacher
Gladewater Independent School District
08.2002 - 08.2021
Co-teach Classroom, Reading Rti, Special Education
Gladewater Independent School District
08.2002 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Education
The University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Science - Education
Kilgore College