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KIRKLAND HALL

KIRKLAND HALL

Houston,TX

Summary

To seek a challenging and rewarding career that will benefit those of the agency and to obtain achievement within every field of human endeavor within the appropriate field to ensure maximum success for those I'm serving. Dedicated Teacher offering a versatile experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

ELAR Associate Teacher

Alief ISD
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Promoted inclusivity and diversity within the classroom by tailoring lesson content to accommodate various learning styles and backgrounds.

Executive Director

The Community Of Faith Church
01.2020 - 06.2023
  • Maintained the leadership role by organizing and leading the entire church ministry
  • This included budget, customer service, some IT, clerical duties and more.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.

Wraparound Resource Specialist

Houston Independent School District
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • The Wraparound Services Department connects students and their families with community resources that address the non-instructional challenges that students face which ultimately impact their ability to learn.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for resource allocation, leading to increased operational efficiency.
  • Identified useful resources and coordinated referrals.
  • Enhanced resource allocation efficiency by streamlining the procurement process and implementing inventory management strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify resource gaps and create solutions for streamlined operations.
  • Managed vendor relationships, resulting in improved product quality and reduced lead times for essential materials.
  • Met with low socioeconomic students to provide additional instruction and support to improve provided resources.

Alternative Behavior Teacher

Spring Independent School District
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Organized the behavior aspects of young scholars who needed extra help with coursework.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice -

Sam Houston State University
08.2011

Skills

  • Exceptional Customer Service Skills/Ability to build and maintain rapport
  • Knowledgeable of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Publisher)
  • Ability to Work in a fast pace environment
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Literary Analysis
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Lesson Plan Implementation

Timeline

ELAR Associate Teacher

Alief ISD
08.2023 - Current

Executive Director

The Community Of Faith Church
01.2020 - 06.2023

Wraparound Resource Specialist

Houston Independent School District
01.2017 - 01.2019

Alternative Behavior Teacher

Spring Independent School District
01.2014 - 01.2017

Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice -

Sam Houston State University

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