Traci Hunter
Teacher
Bedford,TX
Summary
To obtain a position in teaching. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher (Pre-K/ESL)
Irving ISD-Davis Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- 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.
Teacher (Pre-K/Inclusion)
Aldine ISD
08.2014 - 07.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- 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.
Teacher (Kindergarten)
Tulsa Public Schools- Anderson Elementary
11.2007 - 07.2014
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- 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.
Teacher's Assistant
Community Action Project (Head Start)
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed during home visits.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Education
M.S., Curriculum & Instruction: Reading with and Emphasis in Elementary Education - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
M.A., Teaching with an Emphasis in Professional Learning Communities - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
B.S., Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, OK12.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Small Group Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Inquiry-based learning
Awards
- 2020-2021 ESL Teacher of the Year-Kujawa Pk/K Aldine ISD
- 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year – Kujawa PK/K Aldine ISD
- 2010-2011 Teacher of the Year – Anderson Elementary Tulsa Public Schools
References
Available upon request
Extra Assignments
- 2023-Present PK Lead Teacher
- 2020- Virtual Tutoring
- 2012 - Supervised After-School Tutoring Program
- 2009-2011 After-School tutoring (3rd Grade)
Timeline
Teacher (Pre-K/ESL)
Irving ISD-Davis Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Teacher (Pre-K/Inclusion)
Aldine ISD
08.2014 - 07.2022
Teacher (Kindergarten)
Tulsa Public Schools- Anderson Elementary
11.2007 - 07.2014
Teacher's Assistant
Community Action Project (Head Start)
01.2004 - 01.2006
M.S., Curriculum & Instruction: Reading with and Emphasis in Elementary Education - Education
Grand Canyon University
M.A., Teaching with an Emphasis in Professional Learning Communities - Education
Grand Canyon University
B.S., Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern State University
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