Rochelle R Sisk
Pilot Point,TX
Summary
Caring teacher with over thirty years of classroom experience in elementary instruction. Closely monitors student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into day-to-day practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations. Provides a safe learning environment that fosters growth of students both academically and emotionally. Optimizes student performance by promoting goal-oriented activities and encouraging critical thinking.
Knowledgeable educator with background in substitute teaching. Engaged students through interactive lessons and maintained positive classroom environment. Demonstrated adaptability and effective classroom management skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS Denton ISD
01.2024 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Substitute Teacher
Davenport Community School District
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teacher
Davenport Community Schools
08.2003 - 06.2020
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Collected, analyzed and tracked data on student progress using FastBridge Learning to update and enhance learning plans.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with other faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Paraprofessional
Davenport Community Schools
12.1989 - 08.2003
- Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw groups of up to six students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems and reported to parents.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support mentor teacher's lesson delivery.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.
- Kept learning environments focused, inclusive and supportive at all times.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport, IA4 2003
Skills
- Instructional best practices
- Experience with instructional design
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Positive learning environment
- Relationship building and management
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS Denton ISD
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Davenport Community School District
12.2020 - 12.2023
Teacher
Davenport Community Schools
08.2003 - 06.2020
Paraprofessional
Davenport Community Schools
12.1989 - 08.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Ambrose University
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