Work Experience
St. Francis Episcopal Day School, Houston, Texas (August 2010-Present)
After School Teacher
- Guide students in a variety of activities
- Promote classroom management system
- Attend to guidance of students on the playground
- Provide a healthy snack
- Communicate with parents daily
Sylvan Learning Center, Houston, Texas (February 2005 to July 2010)
Tutor (Pre-K to Grade 5)
- Implemented individually prescribed lessons in math and reading to bring students to grade-appropriate level or beyond
- Partnered with parents and supervisors to develop and achieve student goals
- Maintained daily record keeping
- Attended training and staff meetings
- Assigned to regular work schedule and available on an as-needed basis
The Walden School, Houston, Texas (August 2007 to April 2010)
Preschool Teacher
- Taught curriculum using a variety of teaching styles tailored to classroom aptitude
- Promoted classroom behavior management system preparing students for entry into next class level
- Attended to guidance and health of children, offering care when needed
- Attended workshops and regular staff meetings
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School, Galena Park, Texas (August 2006 to May 2007)
Classroom Teacher
- Taught third-grade curriculum, including math, language arts and science
- Maintained and developed lesson plans
- Provided school discipline/classroom management system
- Attended workshops and regular staff meetings
Health Museum, Houston, Texas (July 2006 to August 2006)
Science Camp Instructor
- Supervised and led prescribed science curriculum, which changed weekly, for grades 1 through 6
- Taught and implemented science experiments for students during week-long summer camp
- Supervised students on tours of museum as well as during museum-sponsored presentations
- Worked with other staff on daily basis
Aldine Independent School District, Houston, Texas (August 2002 to May 2004)
Classroom Teacher
- Taught prescribed curriculum for 2nd grade during 2002-2003 school year
- Taught prescribed curriculum for 6th grade during 2003-2004 school year
- Created and implemented TEKS-based lessons; saw improvement in 50% of students for each year
- Promoted classroom behavior management system
Galena Park Independent School District, Jacinto City, Texas (August 1995 to May 2001)
Classroom Teacher
- Taught prescribed curriculum using a variety of teaching styles
- Developed and maintained grade-appropriate lesson plans
- Implemented school discipline/classroom management system
- Served on several educational committees
- Acted as a liaison between Jacinto City Elementary and GISD
Bethany United Methodist Weekday School, Houston, Texas (August 1992 to May 1995)
Teacher/Teacher Assistant
- Helped institute a sound early childhood education program
- Attended to the welfare and guidance of children, offering care when needed
- Maintained record keeping and lesson plan responsibilities
- Attended staff training sessions, in-services and workshops
Southwest YMCA, Houston, Texas (June 1988 to May 1992)
Youth Counselor
- Implemented comprehensive childcare program
- Assumed leadership for children’s group
- Planned, supervised and led appropriate developmental activities
- Observed disciplinary, dietary, and safety regulations
Education
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
University of Houston, Houston, Texas
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts
Houston Community College, Houston, Texas
