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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

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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 -

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