Energetic educator who is highly skilled in creating a positive learning environment through positive reinforcement. Dedicated to promote student success by collaborating with peers to create engaging lessons.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
2022.07 - Current
Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts support new teachers.
Collaborated with teachers and administration to develop individualized educational plans for each student.
Collaborated with colleagues to design vertical alignment in the curriculum to facilitate a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies, contributing to their professional growth and strength in the classroom.
Led a team of educators in developing interactive lesson plans that aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student engagement.
Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
2021.07 - Current
Increased student engagement by creating hands on activities to deepen understanding.
Collaborated with other teachers to create lessons that integrated differentiated practices for multi-level learners.
Identified struggling students by progress monitoring and provided additional support as needed through tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
Reviewed individualized student plans to create a learning environment that will meet their needs.
Used formal and informal assessments to gauge student progress and adapt teaching practices.
Communicated frequently with parents about student progress throughout the school year.
Fostered student curiosity by creating an environment that allows frequent discussions.
Literacy Coach
Founders Classical Academy
2023.01 - 2023.10
Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized literacy plans that aligned with state standards.
Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
Assistant Track Coach
Founders Classical Academy
2022.01 - 2022.04
Enhanced athlete performance by implementing practice sessions to their individual goals.
Assisted head coach in leading track meets.
Organized practice sessions that allowed athletes to strengthen skills in a positive environment.
Student Teacher
Beasley Elementary School
2021.01 - 2021.05
Taught small groups and lead whole-class instruction to promote student engagement and academic achievement.
Observed mentor teacher to learn classroom management and teaching strategies.
Created lesson plans aligned with state standards.
Worked collaboratively with mentor teacher to carry out daily routine.
Taught daily phonics lesson to build reading skills.
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
2019.10 - 2020.02
Managed classrooms in short-term and long-term substitute teaching positions.
Implemented lessons left by the teacher to continue student learning.
Developed a strong rapport with students in grades k-12.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
05.2021
High School Diploma -
Red Oak High School
06.2017
Skills
Student Documentation
Classroom Management
Lesson development
Differentiated Instruction
Mathematics/Science Instruction
Parent-teacher collaboration
Accomplishments
Project Learning Tree Certificate
Reading Academy Certificate
Timeline
Literacy Coach
Founders Classical Academy
2023.01 - 2023.10
Lead Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
2022.07 - Current
Assistant Track Coach
Founders Classical Academy
2022.01 - 2022.04
Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
2021.07 - Current
Student Teacher
Beasley Elementary School
2021.01 - 2021.05
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
2019.10 - 2020.02
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
High School Diploma -
Red Oak High School
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