Ruth Sewell
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Holliday Independent School District, skilled in lesson planning and curriculum development. Passionate about fostering student engagement through differentiated instruction and cultural integration. Committed to continuous professional development, I effectively enhance learning experiences and support diverse learners in achieving their academic goals. Fluent in Spanish.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - High School Spanish
Holliday Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2024
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored 3 new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1 and 5
Holliday Independent School District
08.1997 - 05.2005
- Promoted a love of learning by creating engaging, hands-on activities that encouraged exploration and discovery.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, fostering a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans as needed for optimal success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education, applying new strategies to benefit students'' overall growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Boosted student self-esteem by providing individualized support and positive reinforcement.
- Improved reading comprehension by incorporating storytelling and role-playing activities in lessons.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Teacher, Grade 1
Charlotte Independent School District
08.1995 - 05.1997
Teacher, Grade 3
Stephenville Independent School District
08.1988 - 11.1991
Teacher, Grade 3
Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District
08.1984 - 05.1988
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK05-1984
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Fluent in Spanish
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum development
- Classroom instruction
- Performance assessments
- Relationship building
Certification
- Classroom Teacher Secondary Spanish Grades 6-12
Texas State Board of Education Expires 8/31/28
- Self-Contained Elementary Grades 1-8
Texas State Board of Education Lifetime Certification
- English as a Second Language Grades 1-12
Texas State Board of Education LIfetime Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher - High School Spanish
Holliday Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2024
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1 and 5
Holliday Independent School District
08.1997 - 05.2005
Teacher, Grade 1
Charlotte Independent School District
08.1995 - 05.1997
Teacher, Grade 3
Stephenville Independent School District
08.1988 - 11.1991
Teacher, Grade 3
Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District
08.1984 - 05.1988
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma Baptist University
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