Tamika Norris
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School ELAR Teacher
Fondren Middle School - HISD
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
5th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Goodman Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Use whole group, small group, and interventions to monitor students and ensure they are understanding curriculum
- Used exams and standardized assessments for tracking data to ensure students are prepared to take the STAAR state assessment.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans that are aligned to the TEKS, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
2nd Grade Teacher
Bentley Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Created lesson plans that are aligned with the TEKS
- Used small groups to ensure the success of my students and meet their individual needs
- Use DRA testing through the year to track students progress.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Teacher
Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church
06.2013 - 07.2019
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
4th Grade Teacher
Gregory Lincoln Education Center
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
Kindergarten Teacher
Gregory Lincoln Education Center
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
Education
Masters in Reading - Reading Teacher Education
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX08.2015
Bachelors in Elementary Education - Education
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2012
Skills
- Group Leadership
- Organizational Ability
- Literacy Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Knowledgeable About Microsoft Office
- Smartboard Operation
- Curriculum Implementation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Licensed in Texas
- Team Collaboration
Related Experience
- Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Summer Enrichment Program Intern, 2009 - 2011
- Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Teachers Assistant, 2012
- Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Teacher, 2013 - Present, Due to my different positions over the years I have experienced several things such as keeping students files organized, making copies, substituting for teachers, co-teaching, and teaching my own class.
- Sylvan Learning Center, Tutor, 05/2015 - Present, My responsibilities as a tutor at Sylvan include assisting students with homework, introducing and reviewing TEKS, and ensuring mastery of TEKS taught to students.
Awards
Kindergarten Co-Lead Teacher, 2014-2015, Perfect Attendance 5th Grade Math Lead, 2013-2015 2021 - 2022
Timeline
Middle School ELAR Teacher
Fondren Middle School - HISD
08.2022 - Current
5th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Goodman Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
Bentley Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2020
4th Grade Teacher
Gregory Lincoln Education Center
08.2015 - 05.2016
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
Teacher
Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church
06.2013 - 07.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Gregory Lincoln Education Center
08.2012 - 05.2015
Masters in Reading - Reading Teacher Education
Houston Baptist University
Bachelors in Elementary Education - Education
Sam Houston State University
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