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Kristy Matthews

Magnolia,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Conroe ISD, excelling in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement through innovative lesson planning. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, I effectively utilized data-driven strategies to boost student performance and motivation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher-Tough Elementary School-Kindergarten

Conroe ISD
05.2016 - Current
    • 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.
    • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
    • 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.
    • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
    • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
    • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
    • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
    • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
    • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
    • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
    • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
    • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
    • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
    • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
    • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
    • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Teacher-Buckalew Elementary-First Grade/Kindergarten

Conroe ISD
05.2003 - 05.2016
  • 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.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • 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.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Teacher-Powell Elementary=Second Grade Teacher

Conroe ISD
01.2002 - 05.2003

Second Grade Teacher-Language Arts-Departmentalized

  • 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.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • 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.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
12-2001

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Elementary education

Certification

Elementary Early Childhood Education11/01/2025-10/31/2031-Grades PK-6

Elementary Self-Contained11/01/2025-10/31/2031 Grades1-8

Elementary Reading11/01/2025-10/31/2031-Grades 1-8

English as a Second Language Supplemental11/01/202510/31/203-Grades PK-8

Timeline

Teacher-Tough Elementary School-Kindergarten

Conroe ISD
05.2016 - Current

Teacher-Buckalew Elementary-First Grade/Kindergarten

Conroe ISD
05.2003 - 05.2016

Teacher-Powell Elementary=Second Grade Teacher

Conroe ISD
01.2002 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Stephen F. Austin State University
Kristy Matthews