Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development, and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Heritage Elementary-LISD
Highland Village, TX
08.2025 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful relationships among students.
Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs, resulting in improved academic outcomes for all students.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
1st Grade Classroom Teacher
Highland Village Elementary-LISD
Highland Village, TX
08.2020 - 05.2025
Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and curiosity in foundational subjects.
Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student progress and address concerns effectively.
Assessed student performance regularly, adjusting teaching methods to enhance individual growth and understanding.
Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, responsibility, and active participation among students.
Teacher
Roscoe Wilson Elementary IB-PYP World School
Lubbock, Texas
08.2019 - 05.2020
Created and implemented daily lesson plans and unit studies for International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program.
Designed lessons through the cycle of inquiry, action, and reflection.
Collaborated with other faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Boosted student morale through Conscious Discipline.
Interventionist
Lubbock-Cooper North Elementary
Lubbock, Texas
08.2014 - 05.2019
Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
Taught reading to individual and small groups.
Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
Teacher
Roscoe Wilson Elementary
Lubbock, TX
08.2002 - 05.2014
Created and implemented lessons for International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX
11-2001
Skills
Differentiated instruction
Group and individual instruction
Parent-teacher communication
Growth mindset
Student engagement
Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
Facilitated growth in students by implementing I-Ready.
Oversaw 2 BIC students and worked collaboratively with the BIC teacher.
Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by Lewisville Independent School District.
Collaborated with a team of 6 second grade teachers.
Certification
Elementary Education certification, grades 1-6
ESL certified
International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program Part I and II