Nancy Offutt
Arlington,TX
Summary
Seasoned Educational Professional with over twenty five years of experience teaching a variety of grade levels and subjects. Dedicated to building relationships with students, families and peers to ensure people feel seen, heard and valued. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, love of learning, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic and College Advisor
Grace Preparatory Academy
Arlington, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted students in exploring academic and career opportunities through personalized guidance.
- Developed informational materials about college options, application timelines, and requirements.
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Organized college fairs to expose students to a wide range of post-secondary options, promoting informed decision making.
- Created a welcoming and inclusive environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance, fostering trust and open communication.
- Provided support during course selection periods by guiding students through program requirements and aligning their choices with future goals.
High School Science Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
Arlington, TX
08.2016 - Current
- Served as Secondary Science Department Lead; maintaining lab spaces, equipment and inventory, as well as serving the secondary science teachers with guidance and support.
- Developed and implemented engaging lab experiments, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Utilized various teaching tools and technologies to support diverse learning styles.
- Mentored students in academic performance and personal growth, fostering a positive classroom environment.
Elementary School Teacher - 6th Grade Science/Mathematics Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
Arlington, TX
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Served as Elementary Math and Science Department Lead
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Mentored new teachers on instructional techniques and classroom management practices.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address individual needs.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
Arlington, TX
08.2006 - 05.2017
- Served as Primary School Department Lead
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and promote academic growth.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and social interaction.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech: Organizational Communication
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX06.1990
Alternative Certification - K-12 Special Education
Fort Worth05.1994
Skills
- Admissions Assistance
- Student Advocacy
- Academic advising/planning
- Curriculum planning
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Academic and College Advisor
Grace Preparatory Academy
07.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher - 6th Grade Science/Mathematics Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
08.2017 - 05.2021
High School Science Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
08.2016 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Grace Preparatory Academy
08.2006 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Speech: Organizational Communication
University of Texas At Austin