Victoria Utley
Burleson,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Bransom Elementary, adept in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Excelled in fostering student engagement and collaborative learning, enhancing school culture. Skilled in technology integration and project-based learning, consistently achieving positive outcomes in diverse academic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Bransom Elementary
01.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards
- Collaborate with colleagues on the Sunshine Committee to enhance school culture
- Serve as the PTO Teacher Representative, facilitating communication between parents and teachers
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for all students
6th Grade ELA Teacher /HS JV Coach
Benbrook Middle-High School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared and administered regular subject tests for 24+ students, providing detailed reports for students and parents
- Created and adapted lesson plans according to students' academic needs, focusing on individual and group work
- Maintained an open-door policy for parent/teacher conferences
- Developed TEKS-compatible activities to help students reach their individual goals
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in the sport.
- Maintained compliance with all governing body regulations, ensuring ethical conduct and fair play.
- Attended coaches meetings to discuss current trends in volleyball coaching methods and philosophies.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while athletes were under my supervision.
- Participated in coaching clinics and workshops to stay current with coaching techniques and industry trends.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
3rd Grade Teacher
Hill School of Fort Worth
, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for a classroom with diverse accommodations and needs
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities
- Executed daily reading practice through the Orton-Gillingham program for dyslexic students
- Collaborated with parents, guardians, and counselors to address and resolve student behavioral needs
Long-Term Substitute
Burleson ISD
, TX
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Served as a long-term substitute for 1st Grade during maternity leave
- Ensured that the curriculum was being followed as required by the school district.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- Provided instruction in place of absent teachers, following lesson plans and instructions for classroom management.
- Met regularly with administrators, staff members, parents and guardians to discuss student progress or any other issues related to the classroom environment.
- Monitored attendance records, enforced rules regarding tardiness or absences, and completed incident reports when necessary.
- Maintained a safe, organized and disciplined learning environment for students of all ages.
Administrative Executive
JJ Gates Inc.
Fort Worth, TX
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained confidential files related to personnel matters and sensitive business information.
- Organized and maintained executive calendar of appointments, meetings, conferences and travel itineraries.
- Provided administrative support to executives including fielding telephone calls, responding to emails and scheduling meetings.
- Coordinated project activities among multiple departments; tracked progress towards goals and deadlines.
- Developed and implemented procedures to streamline workflow processes in the department.
- Processed purchase orders for office supplies, equipment and services as needed.
- Coordinated and managed event-planning logistics, budget administration and team oversight.
- Gathered information, scanned records and maintained confidentiality of electronic data.
- Set up meetings and appointments, gathered materials, booked conference rooms and provided information to involved parties.
- Answered and routed phone calls and emails, always maintaining confidentiality.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings and travel arrangements for staff.
- Oversaw human resources requirements, including employee onboarding, managing and administering health and employee benefits and maintaining personnel records.
- Wrote contracts, processed payroll and reported on employee performance.
Long-Term Substitute and Head JV Volleyball Coach
Centennial High School
Burleson, TX
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Served as a long-term substitute for special education grades 9-11 math
- Administered exams and analyzed performance data to improve differentiated learning
- Encouraged positive peer interactions among students through appropriate activities and games.
- Implemented technology into lessons whenever possible to increase student engagement.
- Monitored attendance records, enforced rules regarding tardiness or absences, and completed incident reports when necessary.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- Managed classrooms of up to 30 students at once while maintaining order and discipline.
- Supported individual students who needed additional assistance on assignments or concepts taught in class.
Education
Masters of Science - Sports Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OKBachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Minor in Biblical Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TXSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Project-based learning
- Assessment strategies
- Feedback delivery
- Collaborative learning
- Growth mindset
- Student engagement
- Problem-solving skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Multitasking and organization
- Special education
- Technology integration
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
Certification
- Generalist EC-6 with STR
- ESL/PPR
- Orton-Gillingham
- Safe Sport and Impact Certified
- 4-8 ELAR Certified
- Special Education (SPED) Certified
Volunteer Experience
- Mission Arlington, 08/2006, Current
- Alliance Child Advocacy Center, 01/2017, Current
- Bransom Elementary PTO Board Member, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2022
- North TX Region Junior Board for USAV, 05/2019, 08/2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Bransom Elementary
01.2022 - Current
6th Grade ELA Teacher /HS JV Coach
Benbrook Middle-High School
01.2021 - 01.2022
3rd Grade Teacher
Hill School of Fort Worth
01.2020 - 01.2021
Long-Term Substitute
Burleson ISD
01.2019 - 01.2020
Administrative Executive
JJ Gates Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2019
Long-Term Substitute and Head JV Volleyball Coach
Centennial High School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Masters of Science - Sports Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Minor in Biblical Studies
Dallas Baptist University
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