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Teacher

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
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
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
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, TX
12.1997

Bachelor of Science - General Science, Spanish and Business

East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX
05.1979

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

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