Merissa Sorenson
Colleyville,TX
Summary
Accomplished Elementary Education teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations, and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
08.2002 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Incorporated [Software] technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Elementary School Teacher
Comal Independent School District
08.1998 - 10.2001
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Reading Specialist
Northside Independent School District
08.1994 - 05.1998
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Elementary School Teacher
Northeast Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1994
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Ingram Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990
- Analyzed students abilities and coordinated lessons, cooperated with executive staff members and developed individualized learning plans to overcome student obstacles.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.1989
High School Diploma -
Tivy High School
Kerrville, TX05.1985
Skills
- Individualized Instruction
- Materials sourcing
- Behavior Modeling
- Student needs assessment
- Field Trip Coordination
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Motivation
- Standardized tests
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Organization
- Student remediation
- Relationship Building
- Student Monitoring
- Positive Reinforcement
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Oral communication
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
08.2002 - 05.2024
Elementary School Teacher
Comal Independent School District
08.1998 - 10.2001
Reading Specialist
Northside Independent School District
08.1994 - 05.1998
Elementary School Teacher
Northeast Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1994
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Ingram Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Baylor University
High School Diploma -
Tivy High School
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