LaTasha Massinburg
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Dynamic language arts educator with a proven track record at Trinity Basin Preparatory, enhancing student comprehension through innovative project-based learning. Skilled in parent-teacher communication and collaborative learning, I successfully mentored peers and organized impactful tutoring sessions, fostering significant academic improvements and a supportive classroom environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2021 - Current
- Mentored newly hired teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to the overall success of the school''s language arts program.
- Enhanced students'' reading comprehension skills by incorporating diverse literary genres and multimedia resources.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to increase students'' critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Organized after-school tutoring sessions for students needing additional support in language arts subjects, leading to marked improvements in their academic performance.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions and progress monitoring, leading to significant improvements in their performance.
Substitute Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Administrative Assistant
HaynesBoone
06.2001 - 03.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01-2016
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Peer collaboration
- Grammar teaching
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- 4-8 Elar ECAP - Summer 2025
Timeline
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
Administrative Assistant
HaynesBoone
06.2001 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Phoenix
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