PROFILE

Positive and energetic professional seeking a teaching position in the field of

elementary education.
Over three years of experience working in the public school system
Proven capacity to bring extraordinary organizational and management skills
to the classroom
Strong planner and problem solver who readily adapts to change
Ability to work independently and interdependently
Ability to juggle multiple priorities without compromising quality
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Teaching and Learning: EC-6
Generalist (Summa Cum Laude), December 2016
University of Houston, Houston, TX
Maintained 4.0 GPA in the face of rigorous coursework
Successfully passed EC-6 Core Subject Certification exams (TEA processing certification)
2016 Student Teacher of the Year Candidate
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student

Teaching, 4th grade - Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Jan 2016- Present
Barrington Place Elementary/Cornerstone Elementary, S
ugar Land, TX
Engage in day-to-day activities within school
Develop and teach lessons for student learning
Manage student behavior within classroom of 22 students
Work alongside mentor teacher to gain working knowledge of best practices
Group Leader, Kindergarten - 5th grade, September 2013 - Present
Cornerstone Elementary - Extended Learning Program, Sugar Land, TX
Develop and implement lesson plans
Initiate and supervise hands-on activities which correspond with lesson plans
Manage classroom behavior within classroom ranging from 18-35 students
Develop and maintain an excellent rapport with families
Work interdependently with coworkers hand in hand to provide the utmost in quality care for children
Expand experience by attending professional development workshops
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Student Services, January 2008 January 2013
Mediatech Institute, Houston, TX
Handled multifaceted clerical tasks while at the same time engaging students with spirited motivation.
Quickly became a trusted assistant known for can-do attitude, flexibility, and high-quality work.

Entrusted with managing office in the Directors absence. Provided timely, courteous and
knowledgeable response to requests; screen and transfer calls; enrolled students in classes;
booked studio time for student body; created student IDs; assisted with payroll; kept track of and
ordered office supplies; prepared official mid-term/end term transcripts as well as diplomas;
solved/handled any technical complications (eg. Printers, Network, computer issues, ECT.);
student awards; handled entire reception area (answered/directed calls, greeted guests).

Worked to establish a relationship with the students in which lines of communication are open
and encouraged to be utilized. Contacted students about absences and grades in a genuine
effort to keep them on the path towards success.
Posted all grades and attendance in the school, keeping track of both in manually drafted
attendance/grade books and electronically in Filemaker Pro.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Grocery Team Member, January 2013 - April 2014
Whole Foods, Katy, TX
Developed a strong customer first mentality in which I often worked in close proximity to patrons while
stocking and organizing the shelves
Made bulk orders for the stores inventory
Learned and imparted information pertaining to nutrition
Worked in a bustling environment that required great amounts patience and poise
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Creating a Positive Environment Through Play- 2/7/15
Full Engagement: Adding Movement and Fun to After-School Programs -2/7/15
All Classrooms a Stage -2/7/15
Tips, Tools and Teamwork! -2/7/15
Yes! Using Improvisational Skills in Life and in the Classroom -2/7/15
AWESOME is an Expectation!- 01/30/2016
Making Melodies- 1/30/16
Movin and Groovin- 1/30/16
SteAmwork: Using Theatre to Help Kids Excel in Science and Math!- 1/30/16
First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification- 05/21/2016
Effective Facilitation Skills- 10/22/16
STEM Conceptz- 10/22/16
Creative Coding!- 10/22/16
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
National Science Teachers Association
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Strong IT skills (eg. Printers, Network, Computers, Audio, ECT.)
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Google Applications: Slides, Docs, Sheets, Forms
Windows Movie Maker, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Pro
Edmodo, Kahoot, Weebly
PERSONAL HOBBIES
Playing Guitar
Reading
Amateur Astronomy
Fishing
Traveling