Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
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Meredith Zickert
Teacher
Houston,TX
Summary
Overview
10
Years of professional experience
Work History
Spring ISD16717 Ella Blvd.
Teacher
08.2021 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and positive reinforcement,
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Directed after-school tutoring serving middle school students.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools8020 River Stone Rd. Fredericksburg, VA 22407
CTE Teacher
08.2017 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments.
- Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Taught specialized subject matter and motivated students to achieve maximum potential.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement.
- Provided detailed instruction and role modeling for acceptable social and work-related behaviors.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Maintained laboratory with equipment, tools and supplies to meet course needs.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools8020 River Stone Dr Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Substitute Teacher
10.2014 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
My Family Members12005 Setter Dr, Fredericksburg, VA
Home Care Provider
02.1999 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Assisted children with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted children with dressing, grooming and feeding needs.
- Assisted family with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for family to promote better nutrition.
- Interacted kindly with children/ family, displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, loving relationships
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Encouraged children to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Helped children maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Established nutritious meal/recipes and prepared daily offerings to meet family's dietary needs.
- Offered support for children's mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of children to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted Children's with self-administered medications.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored progress and documented children's health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance
- Conferred with Husband to discuss children's condition and medical care.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
Prince William County Public Schools14800 DarbyDale Ave. Woodbridge, VA
Substitute Teacher
10.1998 - 01.1999
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
Bryan Independent School District101 North Texas Ave. Bryan, TX 77803
Teacher
08.1995 - 08.1998
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Completed daily reports, sheets and attendance logs.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
Klein ISD7200 Spring Cypress Road Houston, Tx 7779
Teacher
08.1993 - 05.1995
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Completed daily reports and attendance logs.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving middle school students.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
Education
Sam Houston State UniversityHuntsville, TX
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
05.1994
University Overview
Skills
- Group Learning Mechanics
- Technology Integration
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Assess Students
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Instructional Methods
- RTI Familiarity
- Family Involvement
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Middle School Education
- Parent and Student Communication
- Learning Modalities
- Student-Centered Learning
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Positive Learning Environment
- Effectively Work with Parents
- Test Proctoring
- Instructional Best Practices
- Excellent Reading Comprehension
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Standardized Testing Techniques
- Title I Knowledge
- Positive Atmosphere Promotion
- Quizzes, Tests and Exams
- Multicultural Populations
- Performance Assessment
- Behavior Management
- Distance Learning Platforms
- Social Perceptiveness
- Parent Conferences
- Standardized Testing
- Social-Emotional Learning Training
- Differentiated Instruction
- Thematic Study Techniques
- MAP Testing and Data
- Child Development
- Analytical Decision-Making
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- IEP Development
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Student Rapport-Building
- Student Records Management
- Critical Thinking
- Plan Lessons
- Effective Listening
- Motivating Students
- Classroom Management
- Counsel Students
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Tutoring
- Teaching
- Grading
- Documentation
Timeline
Teacher
Spring ISD
08.2021 - 02.2023
CTE Teacher
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
10.2014 - 05.2017
Home Care Provider
My Family Members
02.1999 - 10.2014
Substitute Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
10.1998 - 01.1999
Teacher
Bryan Independent School District
08.1995 - 08.1998
Teacher
Klein ISD
08.1993 - 05.1995
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education