Kelly Perez
Teacher
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Experienced educator at Amarillo ISD skilled in classroom management and student engagement. Proven ability to implement effective lesson plans and foster discipline, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation. Adaptable and proactive, committed to creating supportive learning environments that drive academic success and personal growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2023 - 02.2026
- 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.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
ESSAR TUTOR
Amarillo ISD
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
Administrator
Amarillo ISD
07.2003 - 07.2009
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
- Implemented customer feedback system, leading to improved service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.1992 - 06.2000
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX12.2007
Skills
Classroom management
Student engagement
Adaptable
Lesson plan implementation
Discipline
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2023 - 02.2026
ESSAR TUTOR
Amarillo ISD
09.2012 - 06.2014
Administrator
Amarillo ISD
07.2003 - 07.2009
Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.1992 - 06.2000
Master of Science - Education Administration
West Texas A&M University