Shelia Richard
Missouri City,Texas
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Reynolds Elementary School, adept in student assessment and positive reinforcement. Enhanced student comprehension through innovative curricula and diverse teaching strategies, resulting in significant academic growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
NES First Grade Teacher
Reynolds Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands on activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Learning Coach
Benavidez Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Promoted positive classroom environment by fostering collaboration, respect and open communication among students.
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
- Monitored students progress and provided feedback and support.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Supported classroom teachers' goals and expectations for students progress addressing any concerns promptly.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborated with teachers, to determine how best to support students' success.
Teacher Assistant
Grissom Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Assisted teacher by providing one-on-one and group-based learning support focusing on students' progress for under-performing students.
- Collaborated with lead teachers on best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
Associate Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
03.2009 - 08.2022
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respect and open communication between students and staff.
- Worked effectively to encouraged creativity and self-expression among students in a fast-paced environment.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Maintained consistent classroom schedule with wide range of experiences.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.
- Supported lead teacher in managing classroom behavior by implementing effective discipline strategies, maintaining a focused learning environment for all students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and conferences, resulting in stronger support for student success.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
LeTourneau University
Houston, TX12-2006
Skills
- Student assessment
- Teaching
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
- Classroom Management
- Time Management
- Diverse learning modalities
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Classroom management
- Technology-based instruction
Timeline
NES First Grade Teacher
Reynolds Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Learning Coach
Benavidez Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher Assistant
Grissom Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Associate Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
03.2009 - 08.2022
BBA - Business Administration
LeTourneau University
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