Pursued opportunities for a teaching position to foster student learning and development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
07.2020 - 03.2025
Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state standards and promote student learning.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss student performance and address concerns effectively.
Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Second Grade Teacher
Travis Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2020
A full-time teacher instructing in English Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies to classrooms of up to 25 students in Second grade.
Designed, planned and implemented math, reading, writing, science and social studies lessons.
Designed lesson plans for small groups of varying skill levels based on Texas TEKS standards.
Kindergarten/Pre-K/After School Teacher
Lil Lambs Christian School
02.2015 - 06.2018
Created innovative lesson plans aligned with Christian Curriculum.
Developed, wrote and lead IEP meetings with parent.
Leadership Director/Trip Leader
Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York
06.2007 - 08.2013
Developed, implemented, and planned daily, weekly, activities and lesson plans.
Responsible for children ages 6-18 as well as supervised up to 5 staff members.
Created the current existing Leadership program and Model.
Lead trips and transported children to various outings and locations.
Teacher/Outdoor Educator
Nature's Classroom
02.2013 - 05.2013
Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state standards and promote student learning.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss student performance and address concerns effectively.
Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Education
Master of Arts Graduate Certificate - TESOL
Walden University
01.2013
Master of Arts - International Education
Walden University
01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies/English
University at Albany
Albany, NY
01.2010
Skills
Led initiatives to improve problem-solving capabilities within teams Oversaw organizational strategies to streamline operations Cultivated strong interpersonal relationships to enhance collaboration Championed technology integration to modernize classroom experiences Managed classroom dynamics to promote a conducive learning environment Directed the development of comprehensive lesson plans Supervised lesson planning processes to align with educational goals
Multitasking and organization
Certification
K-8 Nevada State Teaching License
AWARDS
ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR, TRAVIS ELEMENTARY, 2018-2019 | MIDLAND, TX