Sonja Turner
Education Specialist
Cypress,TX
Summary
Engaging professional monitoring academics and using various methods to help children learn. Gentle disciplinarian identifying resources to improve understanding of course materials.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Biology Teacher
Channelview ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted critical thinking skills amongst 162 students through inquiry-based learning approaches within various scientific disciplines.
- Boosted student achievement by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting collaboration in support of student success.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Increased student engagement with creative lesson delivery techniques, including project-based learning and interactive simulations.
TEACHER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Managed approximately 40 educators across multiple curriculum disciplines.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training fellow store associates on existing and new training programs.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Oversaw daily operations of busy office environment, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Built and managed relationships with key clients and partners to drive growth.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in industry.
- Assisted with staff training to enforce quality, safety and sanitation guidelines.
CAMPUS ADMINISTRATOR
THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Enforced policy of students wearing masks due to COVID-19 guidelines.
- Prioritized safety on-campus through routine checks and updates ensuring all safety protocols were followed and implemented correctly.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations concerning financial aid distribution, maintaining accurate records for audit purposes.
- Guided strategic planning efforts at departmental level by setting achievable goals aligned with overarching institutional objectives.
- Coordinated staff recruitment efforts, selecting highly qualified candidates who aligned with institution values and mission.
- Oversaw daily use of facility.
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness regularly, making necessary adjustments based on student performance data and feedback from faculty members.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop new academic programs that met needs of students in response to industry trends.
- Established strong partnerships with local organizations, providing internship opportunities for students and enhancing school's reputation.
- Monitored hallways and buildings to maintain safety of students and faculty.
- Enhanced student satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored support services.
- Promoted diversity initiatives on campus, creating more inclusive environment that celebrated differences among student population.
- Managed campus budget efficiently, allocating funds to essential areas while minimizing unnecessary expenses.
- Improved campus operations by streamlining administrative processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Followed district policy and procedures in disciplinary actions for students and faculty.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
HEALTH SCIENCE CTE LEAD TEACHER
STAFFORD ISD
02.2017 - 06.2020
- Established and led certification and employment programming for Walgreens Pharmacy Technician partnership
- Designed and implemented medical professions science modules
- Built medical/clinical programming for high school seniors
- Instituted ongoing development of community partnerships at Stafford High School
- Responsible for enhancing students' scientific understanding through exposure to current and emerging technology
- Conducted weekly and monthly communication of students' progress through student/parent conferences.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles of 285 high school students, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Provided pharmacy technician certification opportunities for 25 high school seniors.
MAGNET HEALTH CAREERS INSTRUCTOR-GRADES 6TH-8TH
HOUSTON ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Taught health science curriculum to approximately 150 students.
- Implemented health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health-related issues.
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER
GUILFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 05.2014
- Taught middle/high school science according to state curriculum
- Provided classroom management and inquiry based learning opportunities
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE EDUCATION -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minneapolis, MN09.2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -BIOLOGY - Biology
BENNETT COLLEGE
05.1995
Skills
- Biology Content Knowledge
- Lesson Planning
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum Design
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Technology Implementation
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Student Engagement
- Cellular Biology
- Classroom Facilitation
- Educational research
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Principal Certification
- Standard Science (4-8)
- T-TESS
- AEL
Accomplishments
- Presenter- National Educators Workshop- Nanotechnology in the Classroom, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC, 06/2011
- Module Presentation, ASEE Conference (American Society of Engineering Education), Aug. 2012
- Teaching Module Publication, San Antonio, TX, Aug. 2012
- Educator of Excellence- Stafford High School, Stafford, TX, May 2018
- Stafford Educational Grant Recipient 2017-2018
Leadership Experience
- TEACHER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST, THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY, HOUSTON, TX, 08/2020-11/2022, Established and maintained relationships with campus leadership, educators, and district leadership, Served as the direct contact between district and campus resources regarding curriculum management, programming, and content specific supports, Provided instructional support for 3-12 science and CTE courses, Ensured the implementation of State TEKS standards, Developed all district benchmark assessments that are in alignment with state required assessments, Utilized data to create individualized support plans students and educators
- CAMPUS ADMINISTRATOR, THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY, HOUSTON, TX, 08/2020-06/2021, Actively monitored and enforced attendance expectations for all stakeholders using a variety of educational based systems., Analyzed reporting data to inform instructional decisions, Coordinated the use of school facilities for day-to-day activities and special events, Participated in campus level HR process and procedures (Interviewing committee, interviewing task, and hiring selection)., Maintained systems for attendance, performance, planning, and other reports, Served as the COIVD Team Coordinator, 504 Coordinator, Assisted in the development and implementation of district, state, and national assessments plans, Coordinated substitute logistics and student transportation process, Evaluated teachers instructionally and professionally using T-TESS evaluation rubric
- HEALTH SCIENCE CTE LEAD TEACHER, STAFFORD ISD, HOUSTON, TX, 08/2017-06/2020, Established and led certification and employment programming for Walgreens Pharmacy Technician partnership, Designed and implemented medical professions science modules., Built medical/clinical programming for high school seniors., Instituted ongoing development of community partnerships at Stafford High School., Responsible for enhancing students' scientific understanding through exposure to current and emerging technology., Conducted weekly and monthly communication of students' progress through student/parent conferences.
- CAMPUS ADMINISTRATOR, NSF (NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, HOUSTON, TX, 06/2011-05/2013, Served as the site lead for RET Program (Research Experience for Teachers Program)
Timeline
Biology Teacher
Channelview ISD
08.2023 - Current
TEACHER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY
08.2020 - 11.2022
CAMPUS ADMINISTRATOR
THE PRO-VISION ACADEMY
08.2020 - 08.2021
HEALTH SCIENCE CTE LEAD TEACHER
STAFFORD ISD
02.2017 - 06.2020
MAGNET HEALTH CAREERS INSTRUCTOR-GRADES 6TH-8TH
HOUSTON ISD
08.2014 - 05.2016
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER
GUILFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 05.2014
MASTER OF SCIENCE EDUCATION -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -BIOLOGY - Biology
BENNETT COLLEGE
- Principal Certification
- Standard Science (4-8)
- T-TESS
- AEL
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balance4-day work week401k matchTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsSimilar Profiles
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