Tommie Hunt
Dallas,TX
Summary
Passionate educator with a proven track record at Dallas Independent School District, enhancing student engagement and fostering a positive learning environment. Skilled in classroom management and critical thinking, I've significantly contributed to team collaboration and innovative lesson planning, driving improved learning outcomes and student motivation.
Overview
2017
2017
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Martin L. King Child Care Center
3725 Myers Dallas, Tx 75215
Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
Dallas, TX
12.1980 - 08.2016
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Director/Child and Youth Counselor
YMCA Child Development Center
3500 Romine Dallas, TX 75215
08.1976 - 08.1978
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Education
Master of Science - School Counselor
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX12.1980
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Health
Texas A&M University Commerce
Commerce, TX12.1980
Associate of Science - Child Development
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX08.1977
Skills
Classroom Management
Critical Thinking
Lesson Planning
Motivating students
Learning Strategies
Innovative lesson planning
Performance Assessments
Cooperative Learning Experience
Instructional Methods
Team Collaboration
Positive Learning Environment
Interpersonal and Social Skills
crafts,crochett,
I love doing different crafts for seasonal decoration.
Crocheting blankets for my grandchildren
Timeline
Teacher
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
12.1980 - 08.2016
Director/Child and Youth Counselor
YMCA Child Development Center
08.1976 - 08.1978
Teacher
Martin L. King Child Care Center
Master of Science - School Counselor
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Health
Texas A&M University Commerce
Associate of Science - Child Development
Eastfield College