Sherrille Smith
Pinehurst,TX
Summary
Seasoned Reading Interventionist with a proven track record at Magnolia ISD, specializing in individual and small group instruction and fostering leadership among teachers. Expert in creating customized learning plans and driving student engagement, significantly enhancing reading comprehension and literacy skills. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development and instructional coaching.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Magnolia ISD
Magnolia, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Provided intensive, individualized intervention to students in reading and language arts.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Established positive and engaging classroom environment that was conducive to improving literacy skills.
- Established clear plans with each student and collaborated closely to achieve targets.
- Employed a variety of strategies to motivate students who had difficulty staying focused during lessons.
- Prepared and utilized materials for one-on-one and group instruction.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Literacy Specialist
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
Klein, TX
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Provide Dyslexia Intervention and small group instruction.
- Analyzed STARR and benchmark data to implement best practices for students and staff.
- Assist with STARR testing.
- Mentor Coordinator for my campus.
- Presented Professional Development at district and campus level.
- Model lessons and best practices for struggling teachers.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Provided guidance for ELAR and Social Studies teachers using Jim Knight Coaching Cycle
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling pre-k-5th grade readers.
- Facilitated data review meetings to determine and monitor student growth.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
Klein, TX
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
First Grade Teacher
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
Klein, TX
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Reading Specialist
Aldine ISD-Gray Elementary
Houston, TX
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Assess and service Dyslexic and Irlen's students at my campus.
- Provided small group instruction with struggling students.
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Houston, TX04.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX08.2000
Skills
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Creating Customized Learning Plans
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Reading Comprehension
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
- Leadership
- Mentoring teachers
- Student engagement
- Response to intervention
- Instructional coaching
- Continuous professional development
Accomplishments
- Designated Exemplary Teacher from T.I.A.
- EC - 4th grade certification
- ESL certification
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Magnolia ISD
08.2022 - Current
Literacy Specialist
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
08.2017 - 06.2021
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
08.2016 - 08.2017
First Grade Teacher
Klein ISD-Mueller Elementary
09.2013 - 08.2016
Reading Specialist
Aldine ISD-Gray Elementary
08.2008 - 08.2011
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Texas Woman's University