I am a relationship-focused educator, who is passionate about student success. I keep a growth mind set by consistently looking forward and thinking about what can be improved with in myself and my students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Stellar Virtual
07.2024 - Current
Led professional development during Summer PD Boot Camp focused on Communication and Engagement with families
Led professional development during Summer PD Boot Camp focused on Creative Lesson planning and engagement
Designed and implemented engaging ELA curriculum aligned with state standards.
Facilitated differentiated instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
Developed formative assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instruction.
Cultivated a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and collaboration.
Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management and instructional strategies.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student learning goals and initiatives.
5th grade math
Dr. Bryan C. Jack Elementary
05.2022 - Current
Plan and facilitate lessons
Create a learning environment that advocates community, social emotional and academic learning
Keep attendance records, grading, testing and other tasks as needed.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Lindale ISD
08.2023 - 07.2024
Organized book clubs or literature circles to promote love of reading among students.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, grades, and progress reports.
Fostered positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication among students.
Served as an Adult Adviser for Sources of Strength (Suicide prevention team) along side student advocates.
5th Grade math, science and social studies
Nemo Vista Elementary
12.2020 - 05.2022
Plan and facilitate lessons
Create a learning environment that advocates community, social emotional and academic learning
Keep attendance records, grading, testing and other tasks as needed.
Kindergarten
Nemo Vista Elementary
12.2020 - 05.2022
Plan and facilitate lessons
Create a learning environment that advocates community, social emotional and academic learning
Keep attendance records, grading, testing and other tasks as needed.
Mentor
Counseling Associates
08.2017 - 05.2020
Help children with tough home lives navigate through emotional distress and advocate for them when needed
The main goal of the program is to keep families together if at all possible
Encouraged individuals to develop, practice and apply grounding techniques and coping skills.
Improved behavior with positive role modeling choices across different lifestyles.
Actively listened to mentee's concerns, offering empathy and understanding while guiding them towards solutions.
Education
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Morrilton, AR
12.2018
Skills
Technology Integration
Time Management
Differentiated Instruction
Parent-Teacher Communication
Team Collaboration
Adaptability
Goal Setting
Task Prioritization
Organizational Skills
Certification
EC-6 Texas Teacher Certification
7-12 Texas English Language Arts
ESL Certification
Apple Teacher
Acadience Certified
Beginning GT Certification 07/02/2024
Timeline
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Stellar Virtual
07.2024 - Current
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Lindale ISD
08.2023 - 07.2024
5th grade math
Dr. Bryan C. Jack Elementary
05.2022 - Current
5th Grade math, science and social studies
Nemo Vista Elementary
12.2020 - 05.2022
Kindergarten
Nemo Vista Elementary
12.2020 - 05.2022
Mentor
Counseling Associates
08.2017 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton