Tracy Holmes
Encino,NEW MEXICO
Summary
Looking to become a valuable piece of a highly motivated educational team. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist, Special Education Teacher
Moriarty-Edgewood School District
03.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Coordinated with local government to provide resources to clients.
- Worked alongside other professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Led cohesive team of specialists in executing tasks according to established timelines and milestones, resulting in timely completion of deliverables.
- Maintained regular communication between departments via email and phone calls to coordinate program logistics.
- Developed, coordinated and administered Special Education and Child Find programs.
Special Education Coordinator
Vaughn Municipal Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Created, implemented and supervised special education program
- Leadership team and active in all Professional Learning Communities in Vaughn.
- Evaluated 4-person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
- Coached and observed 13 teachers to improve teaching techniques.
Elementary Teacher
Sierra Elementary
10.2002 - 05.2016
- Creating and implementing classroom instruction, maintaining classroom management, grade level professional learning community
- Supported special education inclusion efforts by adapting lessons and working closely with specialists to meet individual student needs.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension levels by implementing interactive and engaging literacy activities.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
Masters -
Concordia University
Portland, OR05.2020
Alternative Licensure - Curriculum And Instruction
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2009
Bachelors -
Park University
Parkville, MO01.1994
Skills
- Supportive of RTI (response to Intervention), PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, data analysis, and Big 5 in Literacy (phonic, phonological awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension), to guide academics I am also well verse in creating and implementing IEP’s (Individual Education Plans) and running IEP meetings My classroom is organized, implementing consistent routines, and multimodal methods of learning using cooperative groups
- I have 3 years’ experience in kindergarten, 10 in first grade, and 8 ½ in special education I have expertise in lesson planning with multiple curriculums, and in creating Individual Education Plans I am eager to join a team and contribute years of experience in teaching children
Timeline
Program Specialist, Special Education Teacher
Moriarty-Edgewood School District
03.2022 - Current
Special Education Coordinator
Vaughn Municipal Schools
08.2016 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Sierra Elementary
10.2002 - 05.2016
Masters -
Concordia University
Alternative Licensure - Curriculum And Instruction
New Mexico State University
Bachelors -
Park University
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