Vonda Stewart
Cypress,TX
Summary
Passionate teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
International School at Salyers
25705 W Hardy Road
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress and adapted instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student achievement initiatives.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Teacher
HOYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Houston, TX
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Implemented the grade levels curriculum through delivery of classroom units in content areas
- Guide individuals and groups of students through the development of educational plans
- Counseled individuals and small groups of students toward social and emotional growth
- Demonstrates communication and interpersonal skills as they relate to interaction with students, parents and administration
Teacher /Team Lead
RHODES SCHOOL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS
Humble, TX
08.2016 - 07.2022
- Create a classroom that provides a welcoming, nurturing and stimulating environment appropriate to the intellectual and emotional development of students
- Demonstrates communication and interpersonal skills as they relate to interactions with students, parents, and administrators
- Follow professional practices consistent with school and system policies while working with students, students’ records, parents, and colleagues
Teacher
FALLBROOK COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY
Houston, TX
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Implemented the grade levels curriculum through delivery of classroom units in content areas
- Guide individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans
- Counseled individuals and small groups of students toward social and emotional growth
- Demonstrates communication and interpersonal skills as they relate to interaction with students, parents and administration
Paraprofessional Educator
WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Houston, TX
04.2009 - 06.2013
- Implemented various methodologies applied to the classroom environment creating positive learning opportunities
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Tutored and assisted students individually in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts
- Observed students' performance and recorded data to assess progress
Teacher
JERSEY VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Houston, TX
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Incorporated constructive philosophy teaching into the classroom by implementing various students centered learning methodologies, significantly to the classroom environment creating positive learning opportunities
- Responsible for administrative duties including recording attendance, organizing student portfolio, and assistance to students
- Accountable for and maintained positive relationship with students, parents, and colleagues. Fostering an environment of open communication, support, and well-rounded student behavior.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - SECONDARY EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2020
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS01-1997
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE AND SECRETARIAL SCIENCE
Phillip Jr, College
Jackson, MS01-1991
Skills
- Collaborative communication with families
- Instructional expertise
- One-on-one tutoring
- Supportive counseling techniques
- Strong reading comprehension
- Cultural sensitivity
- Classroom management
- Serving diverse communities
- Relationship building
Timeline
Teacher
International School at Salyers
10.2025 - 06.2026
Teacher
HOYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2022 - 06.2025
Teacher /Team Lead
RHODES SCHOOL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS
08.2016 - 07.2022
Teacher
FALLBROOK COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY
08.2013 - 05.2016
Paraprofessional Educator
WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
04.2009 - 06.2013
Teacher
JERSEY VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL
08.2005 - 05.2008
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH
Jackson State University
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE AND SECRETARIAL SCIENCE
Phillip Jr, College
MASTER OF EDUCATION - SECONDARY EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University