Tommi Kay Pali
Willis,TX
Summary
High-energy Elementary School Teacher passionate about promoting critical thinking skills and student development. Skilled in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Covenant Christian School
Conroe, Texas
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
- Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
PreK Teacher
Methodist Day School
Conroe, TX
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors among students.
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKID
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings
- Taught English language skills to students from kindergarten age through 4th grade
2nd Grade Teacher
Franz Elementary
Katy, TX
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Cultivated positive rapport with students, faculty and parents
2nd Grade Teacher
Spring ISD
Spring, TX
01.2006 - 06.2013
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation
- Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions
- Acted as Team Leader for 3 years
- Active in various committees throughout the years
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12.2005
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction Emphasis in Urban Ed.
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08.2011
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Calm and patient
- Effectively work with parents
- Excellent classroom management
- Social skills development
- Motor Skill Development
- Performance Improvement
- Sensory based instruction
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Covenant Christian School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKID
12.2018 - 12.2021
PreK Teacher
Methodist Day School
08.2018 - 05.2023
2nd Grade Teacher
Franz Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2014
2nd Grade Teacher
Spring ISD
01.2006 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sam Houston State University
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction Emphasis in Urban Ed.
Texas A&M University
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