MAGGIE RAMEY
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
With over 20 years of classroom experience, dynamic elementary teacher equipped with SPED and ESL certifications. Possesses a deep understanding of diverse student populations and successfully implements proven strategies for delivering differentiated instruction. True team player, dedication lies in building strong relationships and fostering social, emotional, and academic growth in every learner.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Co-Teacher
Frazier Elementary
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and real-world applications of concepts taught in class.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional strategies and improve overall student achievement levels in the classroom.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging respectful behavior among students.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary units that engaged students across multiple subject areas.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Kindergarten Teacher
Holmquist Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Westwood Elementary
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Develop and implement curricula for Kindergarten and Second Grade students at diverse Title I public school, supporting core learning objectives through multi-modal teaching methods, technology integration, and differentiated instruction
- Provide complete academic support for English Language Learners using evidence-based, culturally responsive methodologies
- Implement IEPs and collaborate with SPED team to develop effective supports
- Administer summative and formative assessments, using data to identify gaps and drive strategies for growth
- Deliver small group interventions in reading and math
- Integrate classroom technologies including iPads, Active Board, and adaptive software
- Utilize Project CLASS program to appropriately redirect behavior
- Nurture social-emotional learning (SEL) through targeted instruction, class community building, and whole-child approach
- Contribute to school culture building and academic growth through service on Sunshine Committee, Culture Team, and Health & Safety Committee
- Build and strengthen relationships with families, developing cultural knowledge while sharing student progress and collaborating on plans for continued growth
Teacher's Assistant, Pre-K and Special Education
Meadow Wood Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Delivered developmentally appropriate instruction and intervention for medically fragile students grades Pre-K through 5
- Implemented IEPs and provided daily academic, social, and physical support
Substitute Teacher / Long Term Substitute Teacher
Spring Branch ISD
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Managed classrooms Pre-K through Grade 5, delivering aligned instruction in all core subject areas
- Served as Long Term Sub in Grade 3 and Reading Intervention
First Grade Teacher
Our Savior Lutheran School
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Taught diverse class of first grade students at private Christian school
- Differentiated instruction to meet a variety of learning needs, built welcoming class community, and utilized data to drive instruction
Second Grade Teacher
Spring Shadows Elementary
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Delivered effective instruction and social-emotional learning for second grade class
Education
Master of Reading Education -
University of St. Thomas
04.2025
Reading Academies Course -
Westwood Elementary
Houston, TX04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of St. Thomas
01.1998
Skills
- Multi-Modal Teaching
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Special Education Instruction
- ESL Instruction
- Gifted and Talented Instruction
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Spalding Method of Phonics
- Lucy Calkins Reading & Writing
- Singapore Math
- MAP Testing
- Project CLASS
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Remote / Hybrid Learning
- Classroom Technologies
Certification
Texas Educator Certification, EC-4 Generalist, ESL and SPED Certified
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Holmquist Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Westwood Elementary
01.2018 - 06.2023
Teacher's Assistant, Pre-K and Special Education
Meadow Wood Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2013
Substitute Teacher / Long Term Substitute Teacher
Spring Branch ISD
01.2007 - 01.2011
First Grade Teacher
Our Savior Lutheran School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Second Grade Teacher
Spring Shadows Elementary
01.2004 - 01.2005
Master of Reading Education -
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of St. Thomas
Pre-K Co-Teacher
Frazier Elementary
Reading Academies Course -
Westwood Elementary
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