Rory Cumbess
Missouri City,TX
Summary
I am well organized and I teach by creating a learner centered environment. I am very detail oriented and strive to make sure each on of my students are able to achieve at their highest level.
I carefully plan my lessons and follow through on the plans that I have developed leaving room for flexiblity and spontaniety. I have proven track record of student success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABE/GED Instructor-ESL Instructor-TABE Tester
Houston Community College System
Houston , Texas
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared lessons on a weekly basis to assist students in obtaining their
- GED certificates.
- Assisted students by teaching ESL courses to raise their English Language proficiency.
- Tested students using the TABE testing protocol to assess mastery of HSE/GED objectives.
- Participated in annual professional development inservices to expand knowledge of new procedures and protocols.
- Used the Canvas modules to drive my instructions
- Used Burlington English to assist students in becoming proficient speakers of the English language.
- Used Ventures ESL books to assist student at becoming proficient in the English language.
- Used Padlet and other online resources such as You Tube,Effortless Math, gedmath.com, gedreading,com, gedscience.com. Readworks, CommonLit, and other resources to enrich learning.
Teacher
Alief Independent School District
Houston, Texas
08.2006 - 07.2019
- Taught elementary students in all the basic education areas: reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
- Worked as a Reading Interventionist to assist at risk learners.
- Used Read 180 to assist students use the online tools provided
Regular Education Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
Houston, TX
08.1988 - 07.2006
- Assessed student performance through tests, assignments, and projects.
- Incorporated multicultural perspectives into lessons in order to foster appreciation among diverse student populations.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Reviewed textbooks, supplemental materials and other resources necessary for course content delivery.
- Worked as a member of NAABSE(National Alliance of Black School Educators)
- Named Teacher of the Year while employed at Davila Elemetary
- Coached basketball and track to students in grades 4-6.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Affairs/Health Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX05-1987
Skills
- Canvas Module creation
- TABE testing
- ESL/ GED instruction
- Course Syllabus creation
- Distance Learning
- Ability to teach in a hybrid environment
Affiliations
- Bible school teacher
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year Davila Elementary
Certification
- Texas Teacher Certicate
- ESL Certificate
Timeline
ABE/GED Instructor-ESL Instructor-TABE Tester
Houston Community College System
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Alief Independent School District
08.2006 - 07.2019
Regular Education Teacher
Houston Independent School Distict
08.1988 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Public Affairs/Health Administration
Texas Southern University