Richard Haynes
Kaufman,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record at Kaufman ISD, enhancing student communication and collaboration. Specializes in classroom management and innovative lesson planning, significantly contributing to teacher retention and student academic growth. Achieved area championships in volleyball and a state championship in softball, demonstrating exceptional motivational skills and critical thinking. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Coach
Kaufman ISD
08.2006 - 05.2012
- Promoted a positive classroom environment with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration among students.
- Improved student communication skills by incorporating group activities and presentations into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully navigate their first years in the profession, contributing to higher teacher retention rates.
- Developed individualized learning plans to address diverse student needs and support academic growth.
- Junior High Coordinator
- High School Softball head coach
Teacher/Coach
Wills Point ISD
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Promoted a positive classroom environment with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration among students.
- Improved student communication skills by incorporating group activities and presentations into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully navigate their first years in the profession, contributing to higher teacher retention rates.
- Developed individualized learning plans to address diverse student needs and support academic growth.
- Head Volleyball coach: Every year we made the playoffs, and were bi- district champs every year.
Teacher/Coach
Forney ISD
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Promoted a positive classroom environment with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration among students.
- Improved student communication skills by incorporating group activities and presentations into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully navigate their first years in the profession, contributing to higher teacher retention rates.
- Developed individualized learning plans to address diverse student needs and support academic growth.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing clear expectations, routines, and consequences for students.
- Life Skills teacher will self contained class.
- Head volleyball coach 2016-2019 we were area champs every year.
- Assistant Softball coach: 2016- 2018. In 2018 we won the State championship.
Teacher
Kaufman ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Self contained class
- We take students out to real world job sites.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Innovative lesson planning
- Behavior Management
Timeline
Teacher
Kaufman ISD
08.2023 - Current
Teacher/Coach
Forney ISD
08.2016 - 05.2023
Teacher/Coach
Wills Point ISD
08.2012 - 05.2016
Teacher/Coach
Kaufman ISD
08.2006 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Stephen F. Austin State University