Samantha R Ozuna
Alice,TX
Summary
Skilled Language Arts Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in Title 1 students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 9 years of experience to long-term position.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Alice Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for accomplished teacher evaluation score.
- Coached and directed cheerleading squad consisting of 16 cheerleaders and 2 managers.
- Led members of cheerleading squad through camp, football season, basketball season and competition season.
- Taught importance of community service and guided squad through community involvement.
English 1 Teacher
San Diego Independent School District
08.2016 - Current
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under-privileged students.
- Improved student's analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Collaborated with team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Consistently received positive teacher evaluations from students.
- Increased student's English test scores by 30% through private tutoring and special attention.
- Coached cheerleading squad and handled aspects of planning and activities.
English 1 Teacher
Alice Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Followed professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students' records, parents, and colleagues
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
- Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
- Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
- Taught 7 periods of English 1 for grade 9 each day.
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Chaperoned 10 dances, sporting events and activities each semester.
- Created engaging and dynamic lessons with emphasis on improving students’ written and verbal communication skills.
- Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
- Coordinated with Assistant Principal to address discipline issues.
- Tutored students after school and on weekends to prepare them for STAAR Test in English 1.
- Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
- Graded student work and kept careful records of grades.
- Recommended student promotion and retention.
- Organized social and educational activities for students and their families including sponsoring Junior Class Club.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
- Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills.
- Acted as positive role model for students and colleagues.
- Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
- Taught Early College High School students at challenging level
English 1 Teacher
Teaching, Mathis Independent School District
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Developed program to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.
- Improved student's analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Collaborated with team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest.
- Improved student test scores on state English 1 test by 35% in one semester period by implementing new curriculum.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M University- Kingsville
Kingsville, TX05.2013
Skills
- Strong collaborator
- Experience with instructional design
- Experience with special-needs students
- Positive learning environment
- Test proctoring
- Expertise in English
- Diverse classroom settings
- Tailoring curriculum plans
- Positive learning environment
- AP course instruction
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Integration
Accomplishments
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
- Earned the Exemplary level in the Teacher Incentive Allotment
- Attained excellent markings on T-TESS evaluations
- Secured commendable growth in students' STAAR scores
Certification
Texas Certified Teacher
Gifted and Talented teaching certified
Additional Information
- Emails, addresses, etc. given upon request.
Timeline
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Alice Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
English 1 Teacher
San Diego Independent School District
08.2016 - Current
English 1 Teacher
Alice Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2016
English 1 Teacher
Teaching, Mathis Independent School District
01.2014 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M University- Kingsville
Texas Certified Teacher
Gifted and Talented teaching certified
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