LaTasha R.

Whitaker
2820 Forest Point Dr. Apt 1110 Arlington, TX 76006 (469) 358-5551
lrwhitaker1984@gmail.com

Education & Credentials

Generalist 4-8 HQ by Content Exam April 2012
DeVry University, Irving, TX February 2010
Bachelor of Science in Technical Management with a Concentration in Finance
University of Texas-Arlington, Arlington, TX December 2016
Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with Emphasis in Math Ed.

Experience
Irving ISD, Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School, Irving, TX August 2015-Present
Teacher, Mathematics
Create and implement engaging lessons based on district curriculum.
Access and use data to plan and implement instruction and learning strategies based on student needs.
Successful use and implementation of accommodations for students in special populations, (504, ESL, etc.)
Work cooperatively with special education teachers/staff to modify curricula as needed for special
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) while working with
students in the classroom.
Use technology to strengthen and enhance the teaching and learning experience of students within the
classroom.
Successful implementation of procedures and building relationships for strong classroom management.
Assist with the create and implementation of interventions based on student data and student needs.

Fort Worth ISD, Morningside Middle School, Fort Worth, TX August 2013-May 2015
Teacher, Science
Create and implement engaging lessons based on district curriculum.
Monitor student progress and adjust instructional materials and strategies to provide differentiated
instruction and address individual needs of the students.
Develop instructional units and opportunities for enrichments, differentiations learning to provide for
collaboration, creative thinking, and interaction among students.
Assess and document student mastery of curriculum objectives and student progress and growth. Perform
all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations, specifically
EG (Local), together with exhibiting high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.

Uplift Education, Summit Inter. Prep, Arlington, TX December 2012-July 2013

Special Education Teacher Aide

Irving ISD, Irving High School, Irving, TX August 2012-November 2012

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Organization & Achievements

6th Grade Mathematics curriculum writer for 2016-2017 school year
Mentor teacher for UNT student teacher for the 2016-2017 school year.
Success with integrating technology into the classroom in a variety of ways.
Experience working with Science to implement intervention lessons.
National Junior Honor Society Sponsor
2016-2017 Campus Improvement Committee Member

References Available on Request