Semetra Henderson
Arlington
Summary
Experienced Educator and Team Leader with 5 years in K-12 settings, specializing in instructional technology and professional development. Led curriculum implementations, including Eureka and Amplify, while mentoring educators to enhance instructional strategies. Focused on improving student outcomes through tailored approaches in diverse learning environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade (RLA) Teacher
Duncanville ISD
08.2025 - Current
- Designed comprehensive, data-driven lesson plans and interactive visual aids for instruction, ensuring alignment with state standards.
- Developed technology-integrated lesson slides and digital resources with Google Workspace and All in Learning to increase student engagement.
- Completed 28+ hours of targeted professional development to enhance instructional techniques and support student achievement.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences and participated in ARD/504 committees to align instructional goals with student needs.
- Applied hands-on ESL training to support diverse learners.
2nd Grade Teacher
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and executed interdisciplinary lesson plans for Science and RLA, integrating digital resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Applied hands-on ESL training to effectively support diverse learners and promote inclusive classroom environments.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences and collaborated with ARD/504 committees to align instructional goals and support student needs.
1st Grade Teacher & Team Lead
Cedar Hill ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Mentored first-year teachers on instructional best practices and classroom management, fostering their professional growth and enhancing classroom environments.
- Acted as a panelist for Eureka Math and modeled lessons for Amplify to demonstrate effective curriculum delivery.
- Organized grade-level field trips and authored weekly community newsletters to improve parent engagement and strengthen community ties.
- Utilized Google Sheets and Excel daily to track student progress, ensuring timely interventions and supporting personalized learning strategies.
2nd Grade Teacher
Advantage Academy
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented Crimson and Eureka Math daily, serving as a model for effective tech-integrated instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
- Collaborated with staff in professional development sessions to enhance ESL instructional strategies.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
HEB ISD
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Delivered engaging lessons aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Delivered engaging instruction across subjects using Canvas, Google Meets, and Seesaw, enhancing student understanding and participation.
- Managed hybrid learning environments, facilitating effective learning experiences for both online and in-person students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with staff to develop instructional materials and resources.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood EC-6 Generalist
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2020
Skills
- Eureka Math
- Amplify
- Grade-Level Teaching Practices
- High-Leverage Instructional Strategies
- Modeling Lessons
- Facilitation
- Virtual Training
- In-Person Training
- Curriculum alignment
- Professional Development
- Reading Comprehension
- Literacy Strategies
- Implementation
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Excel
- Canvas
- Seesaw
- Zoom
- Google Meet
- Leadership
- Team Lead
- Public Speaking
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate
Timeline
6th Grade (RLA) Teacher
Duncanville ISD
08.2025 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2024 - 05.2025
1st Grade Teacher & Team Lead
Cedar Hill ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
2nd Grade Teacher
Advantage Academy
08.2021 - 07.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
HEB ISD
12.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood EC-6 Generalist
Sam Houston State University