Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Other Work and Volunteer Experience with Children
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Zelma Phelps

Edmond,OK

Summary

Knowledgeable kindergarten teacher, with significant experience and readiness for role. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving educational goals. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Long Term and Daily Substitute Teacher

Edmond School District
01.2018 - Current
  • Implemented lesson plans and daily routine when teacher is absent
  • Managed classroom behavior to create a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Developed engaging activities to enhance student participation and understanding.

Substitute Teacher

Corpus Christi Independent School District
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Kindergarten Teacher

Poteet Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1997
  • Designed engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood development and promote hands on learning.
  • Collaborated with team to create units of study and events throughout the year.
  • Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support student growth and address behavioral concerns.
  • Trained team on a Language and Literacy Program I was chosen to attend at the University of Texas.
  • Chosen to represent kindergarten in Writing to Read Lab Training.

First Grade Teacher

Corpus Christi Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment through classroom management, promoting student collaboration and respect.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to refine teaching methods and improve overall academic outcomes.
  • Coordinated with parents to discuss student performance and address any concerns regularly.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12-1987

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Parent communication
  • Lesson planning

Certification

  • Certified Early Childhood Education Teacher (Pre K-6th)

Other Work and Volunteer Experience with Children

  • Swim Instructor
  • PTA Volunteer and Classroom Volunteer at child's school
  • Mommy and Me Preschool (3 years)
  • Destination Imagination Creative Drama Coach (State competition 3 years)

          -Structure: Egyptian Pyramids (3rd place)

          -CSI: Do Mermaids Exist? (2nd place)

          -True story of a fictional character: Why did Alice Jump Into the Tunnel? (3rd place)

  • Edmond North High School Drama Department- Parent volunteer in prop design
  • 4H- Edmond Ok Club Activities Director
  • Scouts Leader

          -Daisy Troop Leader (1 year)

          -Brownie Troop Leader (3 years)




Timeline

Long Term and Daily Substitute Teacher

Edmond School District
01.2018 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Corpus Christi Independent School District
01.2007 - 12.2009

Kindergarten Teacher

Poteet Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1997

First Grade Teacher

Corpus Christi Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1990

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Texas State University

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