Tressa Gilmore
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with over 17 years of expertise in math education, coaching, and enhancing student achievement. Proven track record of driving measurable academic growth through innovative, data-driven instruction and strategic intervention strategies. Skilled in facilitating professional development and fostering teacher growth to build robust classroom systems that support educators and empower students to exceed high expectations. Committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive academically and personally.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Specialist
Baxter Junior High School – Everman ISD
01.2024 - Current
- Lead campus-wide math improvement initiatives through coaching, modeling lessons, and collaborative planning
- Analyze student performance data to identify trends and guide instructional decisions
- Design and deliver professional development focused on math instruction, engagement strategies, and data use
- Support teachers with classroom management and implementation of high-impact instructional practices
- Coordinate math intervention programs to accelerate student achievement
- Provide ongoing coaching cycles including feedback, observation, and goal setting
Behavioral Specialist
Arlington ISD
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans to support student success
- Partnered with teachers and administrators to strengthen classroom management systems
- Analyzed behavioral data to identify trends and implement targeted supports
- Provided coaching to teachers on behavior strategies and student engagement
Math Teacher (4th-8th)
Duncanville ISD, Grand Prairie ISD, Arlington ISD
Dallas/Fort Worth Area
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Delivered standards-based math instruction resulting in 80%+ of students achieving one or more years of growth
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Built strong relationships with students to increase engagement and performance
- Used data to adjust instruction and monitor student progress
- Collaborated with team members to improve curriculum and instruction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Merchandising
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-2006
Skills
- Error analysis
- Data interpretation
- Quantitative research
- Machine learning
- Mathematical modeling
- Data-driven decision making
- Materials management
- Student mentoring
- Progress monitoring
- Individualized instruction
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Online learning
Timeline
Math Specialist
Baxter Junior High School – Everman ISD
01.2024 - Current
Behavioral Specialist
Arlington ISD
01.2022 - 01.2024
Math Teacher (4th-8th)
Duncanville ISD, Grand Prairie ISD, Arlington ISD
01.2009 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Merchandising
The University of Texas At Austin