Margie Stapleton
San Antonio,TX
Summary
K-12 educator with experience in regular education, special education co-teaching, and resource support across diverse learning levels. Strong background in lesson planning, differentiated instruction, reading programs, parent communication, and student progress monitoring to support classroom achievement and behavior management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Scorer
Pearson
San Antonio, Texas
01.2011 - 04.2025
- Coordinated seasonal scoring projects for educational assessments, ensuring timely completion and accuracy.
- Evaluated standardized math, reading, and writing tests remotely to maintain assessment quality and standards.
- Scored student responses using Pearson assessment rubrics and scoring guides.
- Reviewed constructed responses for accuracy, consistency, and scoring alignment.
- Applied Pearson scoring standards to written, short-answer, and essay items.
Regular Education Teacher
Harmony Hills Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Identified individual and collective learning needs, planned and delivered tailored instruction for diverse ability levels.
- Writing lesson plans and creating assessments for core subjects
- Introducing a broad range of subjects and developing students' numeracy and literacy skills.
- Employing a variety of teaching methods designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning.
- Developed and implemented enrichment and remedial programs to support academically advanced students and those needing extra assistance.
- Organizing learning resources and the classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning experience.
- Fostering appropriate skills and social attitudes in elementary school students.
- Assessed, recorded, and communicated student progress to inform instructional adjustments and engage parents.
- Using technology in the classroom and for data collection
- Administered and evaluated standardized tests to assess student performance.
Special Education Teacher
Harmony Hills Elementary
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Co-taught classes, assessing student progress and performance to tailor instruction.
- Planning and preparing lessons, grading papers and preparing report cards.
- Providing constructive feedback and guidance to students experiencing educational or personal challenges.
- Ensured classroom order by implementing behavior management strategies.
- Communicated with parents, teachers, and professionals to support student needs and foster collaboration.
- Oversaw teaching assistants and parent volunteers, enhancing instructional support for diverse learners.
- Preparing, scheduling and conducting ARD meetings
KINS Director
Eisenhower Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Developing and implementing lessons in all subject areas
- Supervised student engagement in classroom activities to foster learning environment
- Assisted students with homework assignments to enhance understanding of subject matter
- Maintained records of student attendance and parental pickups for accountability and communication
Restaurant Manager
Long John Silvers, Wendys
Paintsville , Morehead, Kentucky
01.1980 - 01.2003
- Supervised staff to ensure efficient restaurant service operations.
- Monitored and maintained accurate weekly and monthly inventory records.
- Coordinated employee scheduling and participated in hiring processes.
- Processed restaurant cash transactions and prepared deposits.
Special Education Teacher
West Carter Middle School
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Co-taught math, reading, and language arts with colleagues to enhance student engagement and understanding. math, reading, and language arts
- Teaching resource classes in all subject areas
- Performing academic and behavioral assessments to determine special education eligibility
- Planning and conducting ARD meetings
- Provided afterschool tutoring in math and reading, targeting individual student needs for improved academic performance.
- Overseeing study halls and supervising extracurricular activities.
- Participated in site-based management to influence teaching methods and curriculum design, ensuring alignment with student needs.
- Attended education conferences to enhance professional knowledge. in education conferences and workshops.
Accountant
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Prepared individual and corporate income tax returns, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Managed bookkeeping and prepared monthly business tax forms to maintain accurate financial records
- Managed employer general ledger, journal entries, and month-end closing tasks.
- Reconciled employer bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts.
- Prepared employer financial statements and internal accounting reports for review.
Education
Masters of Arts in Education - Reading and Literacy
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2006
Masters of Arts - Special Education
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY05-2000
Bachelors of Arts - Special education with an emphasis in Learning and Behavior Disorders
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY06-1998
Bachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY06-1996
Skills
- Assessment development
- Standardized test evaluation
- Score analysis
- Student data analysis
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum design
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom technology
- Special education compliance
- Parent communication
Certification
- Grades EC-12 Master Reading Teacher Lifetime TX
- Special Education (k-12) Expired
- Generalist Elementary (K-4) Expired
- ESL Certification (Expired)
- Reading Specialist (Expired)
Accomplishments
- SRA Peer Coach
- Member of RTI Committee
- Larry McKenzie Teacher of the Year Award
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Morehead St. University
- Member of National Honor Society
Timeline
Online Scorer
Pearson
01.2011 - 04.2025
Regular Education Teacher
Harmony Hills Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2018
Special Education Teacher
Harmony Hills Elementary
01.2004 - 01.2007
KINS Director
Eisenhower Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Special Education Teacher
West Carter Middle School
01.2001 - 01.2003
Accountant
01.2001 - 01.2002
Restaurant Manager
Long John Silvers, Wendys
01.1980 - 01.2003
Masters of Arts in Education - Reading and Literacy
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Masters of Arts - Special Education
Morehead State University
Bachelors of Arts - Special education with an emphasis in Learning and Behavior Disorders
Morehead State University
Bachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
Morehead State University