Experienced educator with 12 years in elementary and special education. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles. Strong classroom management skills that promote high academic and character expectations. Committed to fostering relationships with students, families, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade ELA Resource Teacher/Reading Intervention Teacher
Lake Jackson Intermediate
Brazosport ISD-Lake Jackson, TX
08.2022 - Current
Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.
Implemented specially designed instruction to students to meet their individualized education plan.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
6th Grade ELA Special Education Co-Teacher
Ulrich Intermediate
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 05.2022
Klein ISD - Houston, TX
Collaborated with general education teachers to adapt curriculum materials and instructional techniques to meet the needs of students with disabilities based on data and their IEP.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of students.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of technology for instruction, the creating and updating of IEP's and professional communication.
Participated in ARD committee deliberations and maintained accurate and timely records.
1st Grade Teacher
Epps Island Elementary
Houston, TX
08.2014 - 06.2018
Klein ISD - Houston, TX
Created weekly lessons to promote student engagement and individualized instruction.
Supported the development of the whole learner.
Provided targeted support that was responsive to the students' needs.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literacy discussions.
Kindergarten Teacher
Brill Elementary
Spring, TX
10.2013 - 08.2014
Klein ISD - Spring, TX
Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
Collaborated in planning, organizing, and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual, and social development.
Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
Education
Alternative Certification Program -
Region IV Education Service Center
Houston, TX
01.2012
BBA - General Business
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
12.2001
Skills
Generalist EC-6
Special Education EC-12
ESL Supplemental
English Language Arts with Reading and STR 4-8
Student records management
Progress monitoring
Development of IEP's
Classroom accommodations
Title I Experience
Differentiated and specially designed instruction
Collaborative lesson planning
Group and individual instruction
Timeline
7th Grade ELA Resource Teacher/Reading Intervention Teacher
6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher at Sumner Bonney Lake School District6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher at Sumner Bonney Lake School District
6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher at Sumner Bonney Lake School District6th/7th/8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention/Social Studies Teacher at Sumner Bonney Lake School District