Lynda Schroer
Odessa,TX
Summary
Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values. Enthusiastic teacher with several years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Ector County Independent School
Odessa, TX
08.1996 - 05.2024
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN05-1996
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Blackboard Software
- Creative lesson plan development
- Excellent classroom management
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Best Practices
- Motivating students
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student rapport
- Flexible and adaptive
- Faculty Collaboration
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Affiliations
- I was the Cheer coach in middle school for the 2022-2023 school year,
Accomplishments
- Department Head in middle school 2021-2022 school year
- Team lead 2000-2022, 2024
- TRT 2023-2024
- Teacher of record for the grade level 2023-2024
Certification
- Emphasis in Indian Studies and Art (Certified 1-8)
- Middle school license
- ESL License
Timeline
Teacher
Ector County Independent School
08.1996 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University