Richard Phillips
Sachse,TX
Summary
Dynamic Science Teacher with a proven track record at Sellers Middle School in Garlandisd, recognized as Teacher of the Year 2022-2023. Skilled in curriculum development and fostering student engagement in STEM. A collaborative leader, I effectively manage classroom environments while promoting critical thinking and individual student support, driving academic success and participation in science competitions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Garlandisd
08.2004 - Current
- Science Department Head 2024-2025
- Grade Level Co-Lead
- Campus Lead Mentor - Project Goal
- Teacher Enrichment Program Lead
- Teacher Attendance and Retention committee 2022-2023
- 6th Grade CLC Lead 2021-2022
- 8th Grade CLC Lead 2024-2025
- Teacher of the Year 2022-2023
- TIA Recognized 2023-2024
- Duty Team Lead
- Vex Robotics Club Lead
- AVID Trained/Site Team Member
- Campus Improvement Team member
- Building Safety Committee Member
- Science Curriculum Writing Team
- Science Intervention Teacher
- Science Intercession Teacher
- 6th Grade Orientation Co-lead
- Fall Festival Co-lead
- S.T.E.M. Science Club Co-lead
- Gardening Club Co-lead
- Forensics Club Co-lead
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX05-2002
Skills
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members
Timeline
Science Teacher
Garlandisd
08.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At Dallas
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