Linda Guinn
Jacksonville
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher specializing in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Proven ability to develop individualized education plans and build strong relationships with students and families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Math Special Education Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning goals.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support emotional and social development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance educational outcomes for students with disabilities.
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
OASIS Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Teacher coordinator for an adaptive classroom
- Taught students during reset periods while providing strategies to help regulate social and emotional behavior
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2018 - 05.2020
4th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
Assistant Principal
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
11.2013 - 06.2016
Instructional Strategist
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2011 - 11.2013
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2006 - 05.2011
4th Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
Jacksonville, TX
08.2005 - 05.2006
4th Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
Houston, TX
08.2001 - 05.2005
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12-2000
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group and individual instruction
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Head of Math department, various years
- Head 6th Grade Special Education Teacher, 2024-Present
- Designated Exemplary Teacher, 2023-Present
- Nichols Intermediate Teacher of the Year, 2025-2026
- Jacksonville ISD Secondary Teacher of the Year, 2025-2026
Timeline
6th Grade Math Special Education Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
OASIS Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2020
4th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2017 - 05.2018
6th Grade Math Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
Assistant Principal
Jacksonville Independent School District
11.2013 - 06.2016
Instructional Strategist
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2011 - 11.2013
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2006 - 05.2011
4th Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Jacksonville Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2006
4th Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
08.2001 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At Tyler