LaShelle Nelson
Cypress,TX
Summary
Accomplished Elementary Teacher at Tomball ISD, adept in leadership and differentiated instruction. Excelled in enhancing curriculum effectiveness and fostering professional growth among educators. Demonstrated adaptability and critical thinking, significantly improving student outcomes through innovative lesson planning and classroom management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Team Leader
Tomball ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of educators, including teachers, instructional aides, and support staff.
- Collaborate with team members to develop and implement curriculum that aligns with educational standards and best practices.
- Monitor the effectiveness of curriculum implementation and make adjustments as needed to improve student outcomes.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to support the professional growth of team members.
Elementary Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2016 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Substitute Teacher
Tomball ISD
05.2014 - 12.2014
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXSkills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Differentiated Instruction
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
Certification
Early Childhood-6th Grade Generalist , EC-6 English as a Second Language Supplement
Trained In
Raised Blended Learning, Great Expectations, Professional Learning Community, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Smart Notebook
Timeline
Kindergarten Team Leader
Tomball ISD
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2016 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Tomball ISD
05.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University