Michael Parr
Cypress,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills. Excellent communicator skilled at relating with people at all levels and offering the flexibility of working well on teams or individually. Well-versed in maintaining relationships with parents to increase students' success in school and socially. Skillful multitasker polished in networking to expand connections and deliver strategic solutions in order to help the team grow and educate students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
International Leadership of Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Driver
HEB Distribution
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
Teacher
Waller ISD
08.2022 - 04.2024
- 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 classrooms.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results. Helped close learning gaps by 30%.
- 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.
Professional Driver
Swift Transportation
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Enhanced route planning efficiency for optimized travel time and fuel consumption.
- Contributed to the company's safety record with consistent adherence to traffic laws and regulations.
- Run 1500 to 2500 miles weekly.
Zillow Home Advisor
Zillow Group
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitored local residential property market to adjust sales tactics, prices, and overall business effectiveness.
- Maintained detailed property lists in Bridge Listing Input (BLI) to accurately identify properties status and meet client needs.
- Established flows of communication with agents, clients, and personnel involved in transactions.
- Educated new team members on SalesForce and other Okta apps that assist in their everyday job assignments.
Math Interventionist
Spring ISD
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Realtor Sales Associate
Walzel Properties
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
- Studied property listings, interviewed prospective clients, accompanied clients to properties and discussed conditions of home sales.
- Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of single-family properties.
- Prepared homes for client arrivals during open house events and established signage and wayfinding aids.
- Consistently established positive flows of communication with agents, clients, and all personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Advised and informed first-time homebuyers and prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2006 - 08.2019
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives in 5th thru 8th grade math.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations including math vocabulary and strategies to meet them at their level.
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Retail Manager
The Home Depot Inc
08.1994 - 08.2006
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Reviewed reports of cash and operations to effectively control store inventory.
- Handled inventories, cash, and payroll procedures and managed controllable P&L line items.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Cultivated customer loyalty to enhance retention by delivering outstanding service.
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Analyzed sales data, and profit and loss statements to compose store budget that cut costs 5-10% each quarter.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02.2006
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05.1993
Skills
- Data management
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-motivated professional
- Planning and Coordination
- Organization and Time management
- Supervision
- Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Inspection
- DOT Compliance
- Commercial Driving
- Safety Protocols
- City and Non-City Driving
- Accident Prevention
- Clean Driving Record
- Safe Driving Practices
Timeline
Teacher
International Leadership of Texas
08.2024 - Current
Driver
HEB Distribution
03.2024 - 07.2024
Professional Driver
Swift Transportation
12.2023 - 03.2024
Teacher
Waller ISD
08.2022 - 04.2024
Zillow Home Advisor
Zillow Group
06.2021 - 07.2022
Math Interventionist
Spring ISD
08.2020 - 08.2021
Realtor Sales Associate
Walzel Properties
02.2019 - 06.2021
Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2006 - 08.2019
Retail Manager
The Home Depot Inc
08.1994 - 08.2006
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Erie Community College
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