Leah Sirven
Gulf Breeze,FL
Summary
As an elementary school teacher with a passion for fostering growth and learning, I am now seeking to expand my diverse skills and experience in new environments. I believe my journey in education has equipped me with various skills and experiences that translate beyond the classroom, including adaptability, effective communication, and problem-solving. In my role as a teacher, I honed my ability to analyze complex situations and create innovative solutions to meet the unique and diverse needs of my students. I am eager to contribute these acquired skills in a new environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Lewisville ISD
2020.06 - 2023.12
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a well-rounded education for all students.
- Identified academic needs on campus, and created and facilitated professional development addressing that need for staff, increasing student performance by 15%.
- Worked with internal and external stakeholders to enhance student learning and parental involvement.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Improved student behavior by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and individualized support plans.
- Enhanced student motivation and participation by developing diverse, hands-on learning experiences.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff.
3rd and 4th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
2018.06 - 2020.06
- Incorporated multicultural perspectives into lesson plans, promoting diversity awareness among students.
- Participated in coaching cycle to increase student performance by 15%.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events by 10%.
- Parent Teacher Association Liaison
4th Grade Gifted and Talented Math/Science Teacher
Ennis ISD
2016.05 - 2018.06
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students, increasing performance by 20%.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through inquiry-based instruction methods that challenged them to analyze complex ideas.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge, and set realistic goals.
Education
M.Ed Educational Administration -
Texas A&M - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2023
B.S Kinesiology -
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA03.2013
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Oral communication
- Proficient in Google and Apple programs
- Team Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Level 1: Leadership Coaching for High Performance
- Level 2: Powerful Coaching
- Digital Literacy Certification - 2023
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Training - 2016-Present
- Project Management Specialization - 2024
Additional Education
Non-Credit Specialization in Project Management
References
- Dr. Patrick Guy, 817-709-7279, guyp@lisd.net, Administrator
- Kristen Houst, 845-323-6863, houstk@lisd.net, Supervisor
- Erin Albert, 903-487-6426, alberte@lisd.net, Administrator
- Richard Raleigh, 214-991-0044, rlrjrdfw@outlook.com, Administrator
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Lewisville ISD
2020.06 - 2023.12
3rd and 4th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
2018.06 - 2020.06
4th Grade Gifted and Talented Math/Science Teacher
Ennis ISD
2016.05 - 2018.06
M.Ed Educational Administration -
Texas A&M - Commerce
B.S Kinesiology -
Louisiana Tech University
- Level 1: Leadership Coaching for High Performance
- Level 2: Powerful Coaching
- Digital Literacy Certification - 2023
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Training - 2016-Present
- Project Management Specialization - 2024
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