Zumbiul Merredith
Kemp,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with three years of experience in special and general education, focused on fostering inclusive learning environments. Expertise in data-driven instruction, individualized lesson planning, and collaboration with families and staff to enhance student growth. Currently pursuing ESL certification to better support diverse learners.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
4th and 5th grade Life Skills teacher
Kemp ISD
Kemp, Texas
07.2025 - 05.2026
- I worked as a 4th- 5th-grade Life Skills teacher at Kemp ISD for one year. In this role, I provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs, implemented IEP accommodations and modifications, collaborated with general education teachers and related service providers, monitored student progress toward academic and behavioral goals, and created a supportive, inclusive learning environment that promoted student growth and independence.
- Developed tailored lesson plans for life skills curriculum to meet individual student needs and support learning objectives.
- Implemented individualized support strategies that increased student independence and boosted confidence in daily tasks.
- Facilitated group activities that improved social and communication skills, fostering collaboration and peer interaction.
5th Grade Reading Language Arts Teacher
Mabank Intermediate School
Mabank, Texas
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Planned and delivered engaging TEKS-aligned Reading Language Arts lessons.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the academic needs of all learners, including students receiving special education services and multilingual learners.
- Utilized assessment data to monitor student progress and tailor instruction to enhance learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that supported student engagement and achievement.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, interventionists, and administrators to develop strategies that improved student outcomes.
- Participated in professional learning communities and campus professional development.
Student Teaching
Mabank High School
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Completed clinical teaching under supervision of certified mentor teacher, enhancing practical teaching skills and classroom management techniques.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans that engaged students, assessed learning outcomes, managed classroom dynamics, and collaborated with instructional staff to foster a positive learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to enhance classroom management techniques.
- Implemented engaging activities to foster student participation and interest.
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Mabank Independent School District
Mabank, Texas
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing academic proficiency and daily living skills.
- Supported implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Facilitated smooth transitions for students between Life Skills and general education classrooms, ensuring continuity in learning.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and parents to create a supportive environment that enhanced student success.
- Fostered student independence, communication, and social development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Concentration: Professional Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
06-2024
Skills
- Life Skills Curriculum Development
- IEP Implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Special Education Support
- Lesson planning
- Daily Living Skills Training
- IEP Data Monitoring
- Classroom Management
- Parent Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Behavioral Assessment
- Organizational management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Active listening
Certification
Currently pursuing Texas ESL Supplemental Certification
Awards
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Member
- Honor Society Recognition - Southern New Hampshire University
- Honor Roll (10 semesters)
- Paraprofessional of the Month (02/23)
Professional References
- Angie Burks, Assistant Principal, Kemp Intermediate West, (903) 603-0220
- Stephanie Wilkerson, Teacher Mentor, Mabank Intermediate School, (214) 356-9419, sawilkerson@mabankisd.net
- Chairty Groom, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Mabank ISD, (903) 880-1300 ext. 1307
- Michael Rowland, Principal, Mabank High School, (903) 880-1600
- Dottie Mixton, (214)728-3108
- Emily Doss, Student Teaching Supervisor, (903) 288-9232
- Shonda Warren, Special Education Teacher, Lakeview Elementary, (972) 515-1695, (903) 880-1360, allartisan@usa.com
- Erick Baumgartner, Teacher, Mabank Intermediate School, (469) 474-3914, (903) 880-1640, erick41580@aol.com
- Angie Hernandez, Life Skills Paraprofessional, (903) 292-8889
- Leah Cirksena, Paraprofessional, Mabank Intermediate School, (972) 352-8754, leahcirksena@gmail.com
- Aimee Shaw, former math Intervention teacher in kempISD, (972) 965-1738
Additional College Coursework
- American Sign Language (4 semesters)
- Computer Information Systems (CIS)
- Programming Logic (3 semesters)
- Education Coursework, including Special Education
Timeline
4th and 5th grade Life Skills teacher
Kemp ISD
07.2025 - 05.2026
Student Teaching
Mabank High School
08.2024 - 10.2024
5th Grade Reading Language Arts Teacher
Mabank Intermediate School
06.2024 - 05.2025
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Mabank Independent School District
06.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Concentration: Professional Writing
Southern New Hampshire University