Yolanda Phipps
Teacher
Schertz,TX
Summary
I am an enthusiastic teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. I am motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. Empathy and compassion are part of my character. My classroom will be a strong community of learners. My students will know why they are learning what they are learning and why I keep the instruction rigorous and engaging. I set high expectations for myself and my students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RISE CO-TEACHER
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and real-world applications of concepts taught in class.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional strategies and improve overall student achievement levels in the classroom.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Increased student participation through group projects, presentations, and interactive learning exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging respectful behavior among students.
- Streamlined lesson planning processes with a focus on efficiency and alignment with state standards.
- Improved overall classroom performance with consistent evaluations, feedback, and tailored support for individual needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHER
IDEA Public Schools
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - Current
- 9TH GRADE AP World History Teacher
- 10th Grade AP World History Teacher
- Maintained classroom processes and procedures as directed by the IDEA Public School Systems
- College Board Advanced Placement training completed.
- Continued work with individual scholars as needed.
- Maintained an orderly and controlled classroom environment.
- Maintained weekly grades as well as communication with parents.
- Worked with peers in meeting state testing.
- Served as Gen Ed teacher for many of the RISE ARDS
- Led reading and grammar classes for two years covering Middle School and High School Levels in the RISE classrooms.
- Creative delivery of instruction including games and hands-on activities to keep students engaged.
- Differentiated tasks to meet the needs of all learners.
- Used daily data to intentionally plan the next steps for students.
- Incorporated technology into lessons (i.e. laptops and interactive whiteboards) to enhance learning and engagement.
- Planned and implemented creative lessons under state standards and Common Core.
- Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending all professional development offered through IDEA Public Schools.
- Created a classroom environment in which children had a safe and nurturing place to take risks, grow, and have fun.
- Took part in IDEA activities including the early morning drop-off program and after-school vanpool program.
- Familiar with yearly student progress reports for RISE purposes as well as daily SHARDS for selected students.
- Collected weekly IEP data for each student
- Communicated weekly with RISE parents.
ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR
University Of Phoenix
Colorado Springs, Colorado
10.2003 - 11.2014
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussions of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
- Organized time, space, and resources to balance advanced instruction, challenging workloads, and stringent deadlines.
- Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
- Examined and critiqued course material while incorporating instructor-specific policies.
- The study program needs enhanced content and teaching methods to better communicate material.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture student's attention.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Appraised student understanding by applying course content and gauging comprehension.
- Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
Education
MBA - Business Administration and Management
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX12.1997
Bachelor of Science - General Science, Spanish and Business
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX05.1979
Skills
- Strong English/History Background
- Use student data to plan lessons
- Collaborative and self-reflective
- Intentional and Creative
- Kind and empathetic
- Differentiate tasks to meet the needs of all learners
- Utilize Instructional best practices
- Communicate with parents
- Routine-based classroom!
Timeline
RISE CO-TEACHER
IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
03.2020 - Current
GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHER
IDEA Public Schools
03.2020 - Current
ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR
University Of Phoenix
10.2003 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - General Science, Spanish and Business
East Texas Baptist University
MBA - Business Administration and Management
Our Lady of The Lake University