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Marisa E. Hamer

Kingsville,TX

Summary

Accomplished educator with expertise in curriculum design and student assessment. Proficient in leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences and foster collaboration among students. Committed to mentoring peers and implementing innovative strategies to boost student engagement and performance. Strong communicator with a focus on building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher, First Grade

Ricardo ISD
Kingsville, Texas
08.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to devise innovative strategies for teaching core subjects, including math and language arts.
  • Integrated character education into curriculum, promoting social and emotional learning.
  • Enhanced teaching methods and student engagement through effective technology utilization.
  • Established structured classroom environment by implementing clear rules and procedures.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to support struggling learners effectively.
  • Provided hands-on learning opportunities to foster student self-esteem and life skills development.
  • Acquired and organized purchased and donated materials for classroom activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades using formal evaluation methods.

Elementary School Teacher, First Grade

Kingsville ISD
Kingsville, Texas
08.2015 - 05.2021
  • Department Lead Teacher for first grade.
  • Assessed and monitored 80+ students' progress each six weeks and used data to provide intervention to close instructional gaps.
  • Mentored first-year teachers who have been hired by current and neighboring school districts.
  • Implemented creative and relevant lessons with rigor to meet the needs of identified gifted and talented students.
  • Maintained daily communication via Dojo or Remind to facilitate collaboration and dialogue about their child's academic performance.
  • Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
  • Planned special events such as assemblies, holiday celebrations.
  • Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.

Area Director, Foster Care

Coastal Bend Youth City
Driscoll, Texas
03.2004 - 07.2005
  • Assisted in budget preparation for the CPA program, and planned publicity tasks for fundraisers.
  • Prepared newsletters and monthly trainings for foster parents.
  • Supervised clinical personnel and case managers within the CPA program.
  • Trained and certified familes to become foster parents.
  • Developed diagnostic assessments and treatment plans for family case managers to follow.

Family Service Worker

Lutheran Social Services
Robstown, Texas
01.2001 - 04.2004
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, including progress notes and treatment plans.
  • Developed individualized service plans tailored to client needs and goals.
  • Engaged in outreach activities at community events to promote available services.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and coordinate care.
  • Provided referrals for additional services, such as substance abuse counseling and mental health care.
  • Assessed family dynamics to identify improvement areas and risk factors.

Education

Master of Education in Counseling

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
05-2001

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
08-1998

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Lee Senior High School
Houston, Texas
05-1992

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment and data analysis
  • Technology integration
  • Small group instruction

Affiliations

  • Spelling Bee Coordinator
  • UIL Science Fair Coordinator
  • UIL Music Memory

Accomplishments

  • RST Award, Kingsville ISD 2014-2018

Certification

  • Completed Reading Academies, May 2021
  • GT Certification 2014-Present
  • EC-4 Certified through 04/2031
  • EC-12 Certified through 04/2031

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher, First Grade

Ricardo ISD
08.2021 - Current

Elementary School Teacher, First Grade

Kingsville ISD
08.2015 - 05.2021

Area Director, Foster Care

Coastal Bend Youth City
03.2004 - 07.2005

Family Service Worker

Lutheran Social Services
01.2001 - 04.2004

Master of Education in Counseling

Tarleton State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tarleton State University

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Lee Senior High School

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