Rita Cottrell
Social Development Teacher/SPED
Pasadena,Texas
Summary
Caring SPED Educator with 5 years of experience in Social Development instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Development Teacher, 3rd - 5th Grades
Bay Elementary/ CCISD
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Social Development Teacher, 3rd - 5th Grades
Ferguson Elementary/ CCISD
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Social Development Paraprofessional
Ferguson Elementary/ CCISD
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Student Records Management
Student evaluations
Learning Style Assessment
Effective Communication
Build Strong, Supportive Relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
Deal effectively with Conflict
Set Firm Expectations
Lesson Planning for Multiple Grade Levels
Timeline
Social Development Teacher, 3rd - 5th Grades
Bay Elementary/ CCISD
08.2022 - Current
Social Development Teacher, 3rd - 5th Grades
Ferguson Elementary/ CCISD
08.2019 - 05.2022
Social Development Paraprofessional
Ferguson Elementary/ CCISD
01.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Stephen F Austin State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Stephen F Austin State University
05.2001 -