Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Bennett Russell Elementary School, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and data-driven instruction, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning. Committed to creating inclusive environments that promote academic and emotional growth for all students.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Bennett Russell Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Personal Development/Language Arts Teacher
Bailey Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2022
Teamed with colleagues to craft interdisciplinary units for improved language arts insights.
Facilitated critical thinking with writing tasks that required information synthesis from multiple sources.
Boosted student comprehension using inventive teaching methods and multimedia tools.
Engaged in ongoing professional development focused on language arts education advancements.
Leveraged multimedia and technology for dynamic information communication.
Implemented literature circles and guided reading to enhance reading skills among students.
Supported development of academic, social, and emotional competencies for future success.
ESE Coordinator/Language Arts Teacher
Beulah Academy of Science
08.2000 - 05.2004
Generated reports and tracked data.
Coordinated appointment scheduling for clients and staff.
Enhanced reading skills using literature circles and guided activities.
Supported students' long-term academic and social success.
Participated in continuous professional development in language arts.
Cultivated an inclusive and collaborative classroom culture.
Created lesson plans to help students master objectives.
Boosted team productivity with effective communication strategies.
Special Education Paraprofessional at McKinney ISD/Bennett Elementary SchoolSpecial Education Paraprofessional at McKinney ISD/Bennett Elementary School