Lori Williams
Canyon
Summary
Dedicated math teacher with extensive knowledge of educational standards and a flexible approach to instruction. Proven ability to engage students through innovative teaching methods, fostering a compassionate learning environment. Strong collaborative skills demonstrated through successful teamwork and commitment to achieving educational goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
Canyon
08.2005 - 05.2021
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Prepared engaging and stimulating lessons to capture students attention and interest.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and implementation.
- Planned, evaluated and revised curricula, course content and course materials to improve outcomes.
- Recommended educational strategies and variations based on assessment data and experience.
- Monitored student performance on tests, quizzes, projects.
- Facilitated small group instruction based on individual student needs.
Mathematics Teacher
Amarillo Independent School District
Amarillo
08.1991 - 05.2005
- Taught various kinds of math at standard, remedial and advanced levels.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance.
- Implemented differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to facilitate individual and group success across subject matter.
- Encouraged positive behavior management techniques within the classroom environment.
- Created a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-1991
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational Planning
- Data analysis
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Proficient Classroom Oversight
- Collaborative teaching
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
Affiliations
- Methodist Women in Service. President of Juanelva Rose Circle
- Bereavement Team member since 2022
- Summer Lunch Program for Lakeview Elementary School
- Meals-on-Wheels driver
- Lifesearch Sunday School Class
- Cultivate Bible Study
- Baking and Cooking for family and friends
Certification
- Math Solutions certification
- Kagan Multiple Intelligences and Cooperative Learning advanced training
- ESL certified
- Gifted and Talented certified
- Safe Sanctuary training
- Food Safe training for Summer Lunch Program
Accomplishments
- Texas Classroom Teachers Association of Amarillo, treasurer from 1992-1995
- 2000 Teacher of the Year, Avondale Elementary School, AISD
- Nominated to Who's Who Among American Teachers four times
- Beta Sigma Phi International
- Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society
- Mortar Board, Scribes Chapter, University and National Honor Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2021
Mathematics Teacher
Amarillo Independent School District
08.1991 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Texas A&M University
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