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NANCY WOOD

NANCY WOOD

SCIENCE TEACHER
MIDLOTHIAN,TX

Summary

I am a teacher dedicated to providing students with the necessary tools to achieve academic goals and prepare for future careers. My goal is to engage and inform students of any age through clear explanations, interactive lessons, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching science.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Science

Red ISD. Red Oak High School.
Red Oak, TX, TX
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, providing individual support to students.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
  • Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations, and mnemonics to provide a positive attitude towards scientific processes.
  • Instructed students in the lab by teaching safety protocols for the proper use of chemicals and the safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
  • Prepared online lectures and videos for remote learning
  • Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
  • Explored ways to use technology to engage students in science learning.
  • Instructed enlightening science classes according to formulated plans and outlines and modified as necessary to achieve learning objectives.

Chemistry, Biology, IPC, and Environmental Teacher

Ferris ISD
Ferris, Texas
08.2017 - 05.2022
  • Prepared online lectures and videos for remote learning for Covid Homebound students.
  • Edgenuity Students...Tailored scope and sequence and revised curriculum to accommodate Covid situation while still covering required TEKs.
  • Implemented a daily Goggle Meets schedule for both 'in class' students and those using Edgenuity.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
  • Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
  • Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal.
  • Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of 504 and Inclusion students requiring extra support.
  • Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
  • Prepared online lectures and videos for remote learning
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Biology/Dual Credit Teacher

Waxahachie Global High School And U.T. Tyler
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs to increase classroom participation to 100%.
  • 99% of My 77 Biology students passed their EOC.
  • 42% of those Biology students received Academic Recognition.
  • Administered standardized tests in accordance with State/University testing programs.
  • Developed and administered a detailed science curriculum to over 120 high school students.
  • Taught science courses using a lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
  • Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, providing individual support to students.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Keeping classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in high school national science competitions.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chances.
  • Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
  • Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
  • Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
  • Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
  • Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents, and the principal.
  • Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
  • Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
  • Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
  • Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science coursework.

Adjunct Biology Instructor

Navarro College
09.2002 - 08.2006
  • Evaluated students' academic growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
  • Gave struggling students personalized support during office hours or via email.
  • Taught specialized biology classes for students in the Nursing major. Nutrition for Nursing Students.
  • Help students better understand text through lectures, discussions, assignments, and Laboratory work.
  • Supported students seeking careers in biology by advising on educational and vocational choices.
  • Introduced first- and second-year students to biology through general classes.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Prepared online lectures and videos for remote learning.
  • Developed and presented engaging lectures, labs, and activities for students.

Science Teacher/Supervisor

Duncanville ISD
08.1991 - 01.2005
  • Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
  • Developed curriculum and lesson plans to achieve objectives of each course.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
  • Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
  • Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 700 students and 7 instructors.
  • Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.

Chemistry Teacher

Midlothian Independent School District
08.1991 - 05.2002
  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Master of Science - Biology

Texas A&M University, Commerce, TX
08.1983
  • Relevant Coursework: Biology

Bachelor of Science - Sec. Ed. Life Science And History

Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, TX
12.1973

Bachelor of Science - Composite Science

Texas Wesleyan University, Fort Worth, TX
07.1985

lifetime teaching certificate, composite science

Skills

  • Dedicated to providing students with the necessary tools to achieve academic goals and prepare for future careers
  • Engage and inform students of any age through clear explanations, interactive lessons, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching science
  • Ability to create interest and motivate students to learn biology
  • Lab demonstrations as a means to introduce new material and 'hook' student interest
  • Excellent and effective communication skills to convey a clear understanding of concepts
  • Knowledge and use of various forms of instructional formats such as: Canvas, Blackboard, Google Classroom, and Teach
  • Experience in current biology and physical science applications

Timeline

Physical Science - Red ISD. Red Oak High School.
01.2023 - 05.2025
Chemistry, Biology, IPC, and Environmental Teacher - Ferris ISD
08.2017 - 05.2022
Biology/Dual Credit Teacher - Waxahachie Global High School And U.T. Tyler
08.2016 - 05.2017
Adjunct Biology Instructor - Navarro College
09.2002 - 08.2006
Science Teacher/Supervisor - Duncanville ISD
08.1991 - 01.2005
Chemistry Teacher - Midlothian Independent School District
08.1991 - 05.2002
Texas A&M University - Master of Science, Biology
Dallas Baptist University - Bachelor of Science, Sec. Ed. Life Science And History
Texas Wesleyan University - Bachelor of Science, Composite Science

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