Tonja Beynon
Royse City
Summary
Dedicated Educator with a Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction and a B.S. in Mathematics, specializing in building teacher capacity and modeling high-impact instructional strategies. Proven track record of analyzing student data to drive instruction and facilitating collaborative planning to ensure curriculum fidelity. Committed to fostering a culture of reflective practice through observation-feedback cycles and targeted professional development
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Honors Algebra 2 Lead Teacher
Royse City ISD
Royse City, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student motivation and participation.
- Facilitate continuous professional growth by conducting observation-feedback cycles and adjusting coaching techniques to promote a culture of reflective practice.
- Analyze campus-wide math data trends and support teachers in using formative and summative data to design targeted intervention planning for struggling learners.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and resources.
- Analyzed student data to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching approaches accordingly.
- Partner with campus principals and district leaders to design and deliver professional learning aligned with district math objectives and program fidelity
Geometry Team Lead
Forney ISD
Forney, TX
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of geometric concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Mathematics Department Head
Community ISD
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Assessed student knowledge of algebra and geometry and applied appropriate methods to address learning needs.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
Varsity Cheer Coach
Community ISD
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Planned and directed physical conditioning programs to enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods.
Student Teacher
Greenville ISD
Greenville, TX
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration and behavioral enforcement.
- Integrated new strategies for optimal classroom management and behavioral control.
- Administered quizzes and tests, and documented grades.
- Aligned instructional approaches with development levels of students to enhance individual learning.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Texas A&M University
Commerce01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Texas A&M University
Commerce01-2015
Skills
- Curriculum design & alignment
- Mentoring new teachers
- Ability to provide constructive feedback
- Strong communication skills
- Setting high expectations
- Ability to interpret data
Certification
- Google Certified - Level 1
- Mathematics 7-12
- Mathematics 4-8
Timeline
Honors Algebra 2 Lead Teacher
Royse City ISD
08.2023 - Current
Geometry Team Lead
Forney ISD
07.2021 - 05.2023
Student Teacher
Greenville ISD
02.2015 - 05.2015
Mathematics Department Head
Community ISD
01.2015 - 01.2021
Varsity Cheer Coach
Community ISD
01.2015 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Texas A&M University
Masters of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Texas A&M University