Vanessa Renee Clements
McAllen,TX
Summary
Ambitious Teacher and College Graduate pursuing a teaching position and eager to contribute developed knowledge in a teaching role. Skilled in planning and assisting in the classroom settings. Adaptable, coachable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
Pharr, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Core Value Exemplar of the Year 2024-2025.
- Teacher of the Month, March 2025.
- Core Value Exemplar of the Year 2023-2024.
- Campus Representative 2023-2024.
- Provided feedback on written assignments submitted by students.
- Organized field trips related to literary works covered during the school year.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Conducted classroom activities to encourage student engagement in language learning.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students.
- Encouraged active participation in group discussions about literature.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
- Facilitated small group discussions on a variety of topics related to English literature and language arts.
- Maintained records of student progress by monitoring grades throughout the year.
- Explored different approaches to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.
Teacher's Assistant
Trevino Elementary School
San Juan, TX
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Tutored and supported students individually and in groups by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to Principal for parental notification.
Store Manager
Kendra Scott Design
McAllen, TX
02.2016 - 05.2020
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Fostered healthy team environments to promote collaboration and boost productivity.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Implemented succession planning by training and developing 6 associates into leadership positions.
Assistant Store Manager
Lucy Activewear
San Antonio, TX
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Set schedules and delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
- Collaborated with visual merchandising team to develop strategies to drive profitability.
- Promoted and supported strong relationships with local community organizations in surrounding area.
Volunteer
RGV Rehab Center
McAllen, TX
01.2009 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with others to discuss new individual goal opportunities.
- Developed and implemented activities.
- Improved operations by assisting with various entry-level tasks, saving valuable time for busy staff.
- Kept facilities organized, clean and well-maintained to best meet program needs.
- Sat with patients in need of companionship and emotional support.
- Prepared folders for new cases to be entered and organized closed files.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX12.2020
High School Diploma -
McAllen Memorial High School
McAllen, TX05.2012
Skills
- Staff training and development
- RGV marketing knowledge
- Team-oriented
- Outstanding communication skills with parents and students
- Maintaining safe environments
- One-on-one and group instruction
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Organizational development knowledge
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Trevino Elementary School
10.2020 - 08.2021
Store Manager
Kendra Scott Design
02.2016 - 05.2020
Assistant Store Manager
Lucy Activewear
06.2014 - 12.2016
Volunteer
RGV Rehab Center
01.2009 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of The Incarnate Word
High School Diploma -
McAllen Memorial High School