Lorita Chambers
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience in Beaumont Independent School District, excelling in curriculum implementation and fostering faculty collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in data-driven instruction and exceptional communication abilities, significantly enhancing student and teacher performance. Proven leadership in administrative roles and adept at motivating students for success. Enthusiastic Multi-Classroom Leader working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi Classroom Leader
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Scheduled meetings with teachers and administrators to discuss student concerns and needs.
- Attended school and leadership meetings, staying up-to-date on school policies and procedures.
- Scheduled and led PLC and Weekly Planning Meetings with teachers.
- Scheduled and led Data Driven Instructional Meetings with teachers to review results from assessments and to plan for future lessons.
- Co-teach, model and facilitate lessons with reading and social studies teachers.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Modeled reading lessons daily or weekly instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Academic UIL Coordinator
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Monitored sessions and afterschool practice.
- Met with and collaborated with other coordinators in the region for planning.
- Coached teachers and provided them with resources.
Curriculum Writer
Beaumont Independent School
05.2018 - Current
- Trained teachers on new curriculum and information.
- Monitored curriculum and school practices for adherence to state educational laws.
- Looked at student testing data and compared it to new and past curriculum.
- Designed detailed plans to help teachers introduce new technology into classrooms.
- Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
Campus Testing Coordinator and RTI Facilitator
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed a testing plan for each PSAT, STAAR Interim, Unit Assessments, BOY, MOY, and EOY Screeners.
- Developed and provided professional development sessions to ensure all staff and teachers were trained.
- Met state and local testing timelines.
- Provided information, referral and support to students with disabilities.
- Maintained security and integrity of sensitive test materials.
- Developed student rosters for special testing conditions.
- Set up testing areas according to established guidelines.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
English Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored and mentored at-risk students to ensure they successfully completed courses for graduation.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
English Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Department Lead and District Secondary Lead for English 1-IV.
- Led weekly PLC where we planned, discussed and I modeled teaching strategies.
- Led Data Meetings to make adjustments to the curriculum and develop a reteaching plan.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
ELAR Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2004 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Capella University
12.2026
No Degree - Accelerated Certification of Education
Lamar State College - Orange
Orange, TX05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2003
Skills
- Administrative Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Excellent communication abilities
- Test Preparation
- Instructional planning skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Student, family, and community involvement
- Student needs assessment
- Motivating students
- Faculty Collaboration
- Alternative Learning Methods
Certification
English Language Arts and Reading Grades 8-12
Additional Information
- RTI and MTSS
- Branching Minds
- Lead4Ward
- Relay Training
- STAAR
- TELPAS
- Data Driven Instruction
- Instructional Coaching
- CHAMPS
Timeline
Academic UIL Coordinator
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Campus Testing Coordinator and RTI Facilitator
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2023 - 08.2024
Multi Classroom Leader
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
English Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2018 - 09.2019
Curriculum Writer
Beaumont Independent School
05.2018 - Current
ELAR Teacher
Beaumont Independent School District
08.2004 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Capella University
No Degree - Accelerated Certification of Education
Lamar State College - Orange
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lamar University
English Language Arts and Reading Grades 8-12
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