Lacee Barbre
Wharton,TX
Summary
I am an educator with a proven track record at Wharton ISD, excelling in student academic success. I believe in enhanced student engagement through hands-on learning strategies, and effective parent communication. I am committed to fostering a growth mindset and achieving academic goals, while maintaining compliance with Texas educational standards. I know students are not on the same learning level, and I truly believe in differentiating instruction to accommodate those who need it.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher-PK4 (Gen. Ed.)
Wharton ISD
Wharton, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Led during after-school WIN time and tutoring sessions for students needing additional help.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Encouraged and supported students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Staff Accountant & Student Assistant
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX
07.1998 - 08.2022
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements for accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive financial records, supporting audit activities.
- Assisted students with general inquiries and provided guidance to help them navigate the college's resources for scholarship opportunities.
- Answered incoming phone calls to address questions or transfer to appropriate staff members.
- Organized and maintained office files, documents, and records for student and financial reporting.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of students, organizations, and donors to obtain scholarships, financial, and academic support for students.
Education
Teaching Certification EC-6 - Elementary Education
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Texas12.2023
BAAS - Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
Victoria, TX12.2016
A.A. Degree - General Studies
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX 06.2014
A.A.S. Degree - Office Technology
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX12.1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Parent communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Goal setting
- Classroom instruction
- Learning assessments
- Faculty collaboration
- Growth/motivational mindset
- Cultural sensitivity
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Compliance with Texas Pre K Guidelines
- Familiar with TEKS standards for different grade levels
Affiliations
I am a 4-H mother. My family and I are involved in raising animals for the fair and monthly 4H community service projects.
I have participated in several Saturday school activities throughout the years to enhance the learning of school district students.
I have participated in several Saturday school activities throughout the years to enhance the learning of school district students.
Certification
• State of Texas EC-6 teacher-General Education
Programs Used and/or Familiar With
Using or have used:
- Frog Street/Lilypad
- CLI Engage (BOY,MOY,EOY progress monitoring)
- Heggerty Pre K
- Language for Learning
- SRA Phonics
- DMAC-Solutions
Familiar With: Bluebonnet, Zearn, Amplify
Timeline
Teacher-PK4 (Gen. Ed.)
Wharton ISD
08.2022 - Current
Staff Accountant & Student Assistant
Wharton County Junior College
07.1998 - 08.2022
Teaching Certification EC-6 - Elementary Education
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
BAAS - Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
A.A. Degree - General Studies
Wharton County Junior College
A.A.S. Degree - Office Technology
Wharton County Junior College