PAIGE PADON
Huntsville
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in fostering academic growth and personal development among diverse student populations. Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively with staff to support instructional improvement and campus-wide success. Skilled in curriculum alignment, data management, and a deep understanding of educational placement and testing procedures. Familiar with the unique environment and population served at the Ellis Unit, including the specific programs offered, and the operational structure of the campus. Well-versed in coordinating and administering TABE, GED procedures, and vocational testing, and committed to supporting both students and staff in achieving educational readiness and institutional goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Youth Learners Teacher
Windham School District
Huntsville
02.2024 - Current
- Familiar with the vocational guidelines and test administration
- Experienced in the administration of TABE testing to the youthful learners within district policy and designs individual learning paths for that specific assessment.
- Is knowledgeable on the GED testing process and requirements for all students.
Fourth Grade Math Team Lead
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
Huntsville
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervised the daily work of staff to ensure work prioritization and quality.
- Mentored and coached brand new team members to ensure successful performance.
- Delegated tasks to team members according to project requirements and employee strengths.
Fourth Grade Team Leader All Subjects
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
Huntsville
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Successfully adapting to new learning standards for math and science while developing rigorous lessons that meet the diverse needs of all students.
Fourth Grade Team Leader RLA/SS
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
Huntsville
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to student success by looping up to the next grade level with a group of students.
- Successfully collaborated with fellow reading teacher to achieve the highest fourth-grade fall benchmark scores on in the district, exceeding the other campus averages by 12%.
- Achieved exceptional results on state assessments, with a 90% passing rate as an individual teacher and the highest scores as a campus with reading colleague.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills and a commitment to student success by helping Samuel Walker Houston Elementary achieve a B rating from the Texas Education Agency.
Third Grade RLA/SS Team Lead Teacher
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
Huntsville
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Recognized as an effective leader by administration and selected to lead a new team of teachers in the third grade.
- Demonstrated success by exceeding state assessment rates in the Approaches, Meets, and Masters categories while having a 73.53% passing rate.
Self Contained Gifted and Talented/ESL First Grade Teacher
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
Huntsville
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Developed differentiated lesson plans that effectively meet the needs of a diverse range of students, including those who are gifted and talented.
- Successfully led a classroom in which 80% of students achieved reading proficiency on or above grade level by the end of the year.
Self Contained ESL Kindergarten Teacher
Timbercreek Elementary
Livingston
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies, such as play-based learning, multi-sensory activities, and hands-on experiences, to support student growth in language arts, math, science, and social-emotional development.
Education
Master of Education - Administration
Lamar University
Beaumont06.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville05.2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Campus Support
- Data Management
- Record Keeping
- Assessment Data Management
- Program Documentation
- Interpreting District Policies
- Applying Educational Regulations
- Student assessment
Certification
Principal as Instructional Leader
Timeline
Youth Learners Teacher
Windham School District
02.2024 - Current
Fourth Grade Math Team Lead
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
08.2023 - 02.2024
Fourth Grade Team Leader All Subjects
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023
Fourth Grade Team Leader RLA/SS
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
Third Grade RLA/SS Team Lead Teacher
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2021
Self Contained Gifted and Talented/ESL First Grade Teacher
Samuel Walker Houston Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2020
Self Contained ESL Kindergarten Teacher
Timbercreek Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2018
Master of Education - Administration
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam Houston State University