Kendall Russo
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Accomplished general education teacher at Dallas Independent School District, recognized for leadership in curriculum and faculty collaboration. Having spearheaded three campus-wide initiatives which enhanced teacher-student relations. Earned "Distinguished Teacher" status within the district due to leadership, contributions to the profession, and commitment to lifelong learning. Passionate about the implementation and impact of extracurriculars, evidenced by years of extracurricular participation and coaching.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Public School Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2018 - Current
- Elementary General Education - grade levels second through sixth grade and all core subjects.
- Designated by the Texas Education Agency as a "Recognized Teacher" through the year 2028.
- Designated as a "Distinguished Teacher" by Dallas ISD's Teacher Excellence Initiative - Proficient 2
- Member of the Campus Instructional Leadership Team (CILT) 2023 - present
- Designed and implemented three campus wide initiatives that improved teacher-student relationships and campus morale during the 20-21, 21-22, and 22-23 school years.
- Led professional development sessions for colleagues on instructional strategies, social emotional learning, and curriculum implementation.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Collaborated with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Three years experience as an elementary Esports coach
- Four years experience as an elementary TMSCA coach
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2015
Minor - Communications
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2015
Certification - Core Subjects EC - 6 & ESL
Texas Education Agency
07.2019
Certification - National Certificate For STEM Teaching
National Institute For STEM Education (NISE)
03.2022
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Leadership
- Facilitating Professional Development
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Versatility
- Public Speaking
- Effective Communication
- Extracurricular Program Knowledge
- Initiative Management
- Time Management
Timeline
Public School Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
Minor - Communications
Texas A&M University
Certification - Core Subjects EC - 6 & ESL
Texas Education Agency
Certification - National Certificate For STEM Teaching
National Institute For STEM Education (NISE)
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