Monica Ivy
Sachse,TX
Summary
Passionate elementary school teacher looking forward to returning to full time teaching after raising children. Compassionate relationship builder, making connections with students and building on their strengths. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Garland Independent School District
10.2016 - Current
- Substitute for teachers in Pre-K through 5th grade.
- Employ variety of teaching strategies to move instruction forward while teachers are absent.
- Build relationships and maintain positive classroom atmosphere in each classroom.
First Grade Teacher
Wylie ISD, Cheri Cox Elementary
07.2004 - 06.2008
- Provided engaging lessons and learning activities in all core subject areas using variety of strategies.
- Established relationships with parents and communicated regularly about students' areas of need as well as growth and successes.
- Created and maintained positive classroom environment conducive to learning as well as social and emotional growth.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Served as team leader, facilitating team meetings focused on data analysis, instructional planning, and ongoing improvement initiatives for First Grade classes.
Elementary Teacher
Richardson ISD, Dover Elementary
07.1998 - 06.2004
- Designed and presented lesson plans in all academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environment, fostering positive classroom atmosphere supporting student growth and learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX1999
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Elementary Education
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX1997
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional Strategies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Elementary Early Childhood Education, Grades (PK-6)
Elementary Self-Contained, Grades (PK-6)
Timeline
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Garland Independent School District
10.2016 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Wylie ISD, Cheri Cox Elementary
07.2004 - 06.2008
Elementary Teacher
Richardson ISD, Dover Elementary
07.1998 - 06.2004
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Elementary Education
Stephen F Austin State University