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ENGLISH TEACHER
Summary

Talented English teacher passionate about making the high school experience a positive one for all students. Works to improve school climate so that all students can learn course materials, as well as the social skills they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives. 

Highlights
  • Valid and Current Teaching Certification in Texas
  • Recently applied for Oklahoma certification
  • Meets Texas NCLBs Highly Qualified Teacher requirements
  • National Council of Teachers of English member

 

 

 
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Adept classroom manager
  • Differentiating instruction specialist
  • Microsoft Office and Outlook proficiency

 

 

 

 
Experience
English Teacher
July 2004 to February 2012 Midland ISD － Midland, TX
  • Taught multiple levels of English Language Arts including AP Language and Composition, English 3 Dual Credit, Pre-AP English 2, English 2, English 1, English 4, and SAT Prep.
  • Taught ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302 in conjunction with Midland College Dual Credit Program
  • Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills and foster a fun and engaging learning environment.
  • Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
  • Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for Texas state-wide standardized tests.
  • Taught more than 150 students each semester.
  • Taught summer school for two summers.
  • Presented all class material and policies accurately and clearly for six classes each semester and multiple preps each semester.
  • Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
  • Communicated with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress regularly via email, phone calls and conferences.
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research skills.
  • Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
  • Attended AP Summer Institute for AP Language and Composition.
  • Attended AP Summer Institute for Pre-AP English.
  • Continued to develop knowledge of secondary education through AVID and Kagan workshops and conferences.
  • Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Helped students develop and improve study methods and habits.
  • Drafted letters of recommendation for students' college applications.
  • Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.

 
School of Mass Communications Internship and Career Center Director
November 2002 to July 2004 Texas Tech University － Lubbock, TX
  • Served as faculty of record for internships of mass communications students
  • Taught students how to market skills (create resumes, cover letters, portfolios, handle interviews)
  • Implemented annual career fair to inform students about career opportunities
  • Encouraged internship participation utilizing in-class presentations
  • Responsible for new student recruitment for the School of Mass Communications
Substitute Teacher
August 2002 to October 2002 Big Spring ISD － Big Spring, TX
  • Substituted for grades 7-12.
  • Executed daily lesson plans for activities and lessons.
Public Relations Intern
May 2002 to August 2002 Broadway Festivals, Inc. － Lubbock, TX
  • Assisted in development and implementation of annual 4th on Broadway Celebration
  • Maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community.
Teaching Assistant
August 2000 to August 2002 Texas Tech University － Lubbock, TX
  • Assisted professor in grading and record keeping of junior level journalism course.
  • Assisted professor in various research projects.
Substitute Teacher
December 1999 to April 2000 Ector County ISD － Odessa, TX
  • Substituted for grades 7-12.
  • Executed daily lesson plans for activities and lessons.
Student Assistant
August 1996 to May 2000 University of Texas Permian Basin － Odessa, TX
  • Assisted director of admissions office in multiple tasks related to student admissions.
  • Evaluated all transfer student transcripts.
  • Assisted data entry clerk with processing of applications, filing and student inquiries.
  • Assisted in student recruitment.
Accomplishments
  • Served as the advisor for the National Honor Society.
  • Served as English department tutor for after school tutoring sessions.
  • Served on the AVID site team

 

 

Education
Master of Arts : English, 2009 University of Texas Permian Basin － Odessa, TX
  • Earned 21 graduate hours in English toward MA
  • 3.57 GPA
Master of Arts : Mass Communications, 2002 Texas Tech University － Lubbock, TX
  • Pursued secondary education certification 2003-2004
  • Obtained master's degree with a public relations emphasis 2002
  • 3.75 GPA
  • Tech Mass Communications Graduate Society President, Fall 2001-Spring 2002
  • TTU Graduate & Professional Student Government Association Public Affairs Committee Chair, Fall 2001

 

 

 

 
Bachelor of Arts : English, 2000 University of Texas Permian Basin － Odessa, TX
  • Minor in Fine Arts
  • 3.10 GPA
  • UTPB Falcon Ambassadors
  • UTPB Orientation Leaders Association
  • UTPB Drama Club, Vice President, Fall 1999-Spring 2000
  • UTPB Recruitment and Retention Committee Member
  • UTPB Food Service Committee Member
  • UTPB Student Housing Club, Vice President, Fall 1997-Spring 1998
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Midland ISD
  • Texas Tech University
  • Big Spring ISD
  • Broadway Festivals, Inc.
  • Ector County ISD
  • University of Texas Permian Basin

School Attended

  • University of Texas Permian Basin
  • Texas Tech University

Job Titles Held:

  • English Teacher
  • School of Mass Communications Internship and Career Center Director
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Public Relations Intern
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Student Assistant

Degrees

  • Master of Arts : English , 2009
    Master of Arts : Mass Communications , 2002
    Bachelor of Arts : English , 2000

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