Driven Instructional Specialist/ teacher offering 25+ years of success in training and development across diverse range of education levels. Utilizes IEP expertise and learning platform mastery to support student performance and increase engagement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Instructional Specialist
Brazosport Independent School District
06.2021 - Current
Enhance teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
Support data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Implement research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering inclusive learning environment for all students.
Promot continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
Develop successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
Contribute to positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
Increase student engagement through implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
Review formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
Plan and implemented lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Meet diverse student population needs by planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
Provide one-on-one instruction for students having difficulties or falling behind.
Motivate students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Maintain records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
Monitor student progress and provid feedback and support.
Reading Language Arts Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
10.2005 - 06.2021
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in language arts education.
Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment methods, contributing to their professional growth.
Led parent-teacher conferences that provided constructive feedback on student progress while fostering collaboration between home and school environments.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators through open communication channels.
Increased student motivation by incorporating creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate content mastery in various formats.
Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Generalist Teacher
New Orleans Public Schools
08.2002 - 08.2005
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Increased parent involvement by conducting regular communication and hosting informational meetings regarding curriculum updates.
Utilized data-driven instruction methods to continually assess the effectiveness of lessons and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
Developed individualized learning plans to address diverse student needs, resulting in increased academic achievement.
Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations, fostering mutual respect, and providing consistent feedback on student performance.
Improved student collaboration skills through group projects and team-based learning activities.
Evaluated student performance with ongoing assessments, ensuring timely intervention for struggling learners.
Generalist Teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.1997 - 05.2002
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational research, trends, and best practices for teaching generalist subjects.
Increased parent involvement by conducting regular communication and hosting informational meetings regarding curriculum updates.
Introduced creative teaching strategies to engage students with different learning styles and abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Management
University of Houston Clearlake
Houston, TX
11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
05.1997
Skills
Classroom Management
Instructional Leadership
Instructional Coaching
Student Engagement
Curriculum Alignment
Universal Design for Learning
Data-Driven Instruction
Formative Assessment
Summative Assessment
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 10 staff members.
Achieved Campus Distinction in English through effectively helping with Data-driven lessons.
Spotlight Teacher of the Year (CyFair ISD)
Curriculum Team Member
Model Teacher
GT Certification Professional Developer
Campus Performance Objective Committee(CPOC) member
Certification
English as a Second Language Generalist - Grades (EC-4) 08/01/2024 - 07/31/2030
English as a Second Language Supplemental- Grades (EC-8) 08/01/2024 - 07/31/2030