Leslie Reese
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Arlington ISD, specializing in differentiated instruction and fostering parent-teacher communication. Expert in creating engaging lesson plans that enhance student learning and promote critical thinking. Committed to nurturing early childhood development through innovative teaching strategies and effective classroom management, ensuring all students thrive.
Professional educator with strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Proficient in curriculum development, student assessment, and communication with parents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
UME Preparatory Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Second Grade Teacher
Arlington ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
STEM Lab Teacher/Manager
Arlington ISD
08.2017 - 08.2022
- 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.
Kindergarten Assistant
Arlington ISD
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs or learning challenges under the guidance of lead teachers and support specialists.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill-building in literacy, numeracy, motor skills development, and social-emotional growth.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects into the kindergarten curriculum.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing classroom dynamics or unforeseen circumstances ensuring seamless transitions minimal disruptions learning experiences.
- Boosted children''s social and emotional development through positive reinforcement and consistent encouragement.
Education
Bachelor's of Sociology With An Emphasis in Social -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Technology integration
- Behavior management
- Documentation and record keeping
- Curriculum planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Parent communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative teaching strategies
Certification
Region 10 Reading Academy- 2023-2024
MClass expert
DRA expert
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
UME Preparatory Academy
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Arlington ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
STEM Lab Teacher/Manager
Arlington ISD
08.2017 - 08.2022
Kindergarten Assistant
Arlington ISD
10.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor's of Sociology With An Emphasis in Social -
Grand Canyon University
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