Sherrita Coleman
Houston,TX
Summary
Certified Elementary School Teacher with 23 years of experience teaching First-Third Grade students in self-contained and departmentalized settings. I am proficient with creating curriculum-based lesson planning to meet student goals. My primary focus is utilizing student data to drive higher learning for student progress. Being a dedicated teacher for over a decade keeps me inspired to motivate students' interest in education, instilling a sense of self worth, and maximizing individual student performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Elementary School Teacher
Collins Elementary
Houston, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in organizing school events, such as open houses or parent-teacher conferences
- Prepared students for standardized tests and college entrance exams
- Participated in faculty meetings, committees, and professional learning communities
- Created fostering and safe learning environment promoting encouragement and motivation
- Informed parents regarding child's progress and areas requiring improvement.
Second Grade Teacher
Savannah Lakes Elementary
Rosharon, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Enforced and followed school and district-approved discipline plans
- Cultivated welcoming and inclusive learning environments focused on student progress and individual needs
- Translated lesson plans into learning experiences reflecting research-based instructional strategies, including inquiries, group discussion, lecture and discovery
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials, including emergency plans for instances of absence or illness.
Second Grade Teacher
Bel Nafegar Sanchez Elementary
Rosharon, Texas
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Executed determination and persistence in the face of adversity
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.
First Grade Teacher
Bel Nafegar Sanchez Elementary
Rosharon, Texas
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Served as grade level chair
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Consistently exhibited loyalty and passion for success.
Third Grade Teacher
J.G. Osborne Elementary School
Houston, Texas
08.2003 - 05.2019
- Taught with Grades First-Third, including Dual Language
- Collaborated with teachers as an attentive Mentor for 1st year teachers
- Created instructional, rigorous lessons appropriate for students with wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturities
- Designed lesson plans and instructional material conforming to current state and district standards
- Established and maintained productive relationships with students, parents, staff and community members.
First Grade Teacher
Highland Heights Elementary
Houston, Texas
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Taught First Grade Curriculum with ability to set smart goals, developed action plans, and created productive readers and writers
- Engaged students by using points of interest and topics they are familiar with
- Facilitates organized, student centered, objective-driven lessons
- Differentiated instruction for student needs by employing a variety of instructional strategies
- Builds a positive and respectful environment to global learners.
Education
Master of Arts- Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
05.2004
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies -
Prairie View A&M University
12.2001
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Teacher support
- Facilitating grade-level expectations
- Interviewing process
- Mentoring
- Facilitating testing expectations
- Constructing seating charts
- Curriculum development
- Differentiating student goals
- G/T Certified
- ESL - Dual Language Experienced
- ESL Certified
Timeline
Second Grade Elementary School Teacher
Collins Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Savannah Lakes Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023
Second Grade Teacher
Bel Nafegar Sanchez Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2022
First Grade Teacher
Bel Nafegar Sanchez Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2020
Third Grade Teacher
J.G. Osborne Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2019
First Grade Teacher
Highland Heights Elementary
08.2002 - 05.2003
Master of Arts- Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies -
Prairie View A&M University
References
Garnet Foster, Principal of Savannah Lakes Elementary
gfoster@alvinisd.net
281-639-3670
Jennifer Keneda, Assistant Principal of Collins Elementary
Jennifer.Kenneda@aliefisd.net
Monica Sloan, HISD Recruiter
Monica.Sloan@Houstonisd.org
281-734-0844
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