Teacher

Paul C. Terry *** Campbell Avenue, Pasadena, Texas 77502

713-***-****, ***********@*****.***

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OBJECTIVE: An energetic individual looking for a position as a teacher where I can utilize my content knowledge and experience in classroom management to promote student learning. EDUCATION:

Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing Southern New Hampshire University January 2019 Overall GPA: 3.72 / 4.0 Manchester, NH Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Lamar University Major: History Minor: English Beaumont, TX

May 2015 Overall GPA: 3.12 / 4.0

7-12 Social Studies Certification ACT HOUSTON

Summer 2015 Preparation Institute

Passed the TExEs Content Exam #232 on 08/13/15 to meet the “Highly Qualified” requirement of No Child Left Behind.

Passed Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 Exam #160 on 05/26/2018. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Cullen Middle School (Houston I.S.D.) Houston, TX (08/2018 to 06/2019) Teacher: 7th Grade Social Studies / Texas History

Responsible for preparing lesson plans and a program of study that adheres to the TEKs and meets the needs and abilities of the student. Engage a variety of instructional techniques that assure student’s participation and feedback. Performed various assessment, both formal and informal to ascertain student’s retention of content. Created a classroom environment that would foster content interest, and conducive to nurture the individual needs of the students. Performed several administrative duties such as taking attendance, attending faculty meetings, training sessions, and parent teacher conferences to provide for the best interests of the students.

St. Vincent De Paul C.S. (Arch. Of Galv-Houston) Houston, TX (08/2017 to 07/2018) Teacher: 6th-8th Grade Social Studies / History

Responsible for developing and implementing weekly lesson plans to guarantee student learning according to TEKs. Instructing students through lectures, textbook reading, visual aids, discussions and other effective teaching methods. Initiated stimulating classroom discussion, feedback, and participation to assure subject retention. Performed various types of assessments, both formal and informal to examine student comprehension. Performed numerous administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the room to facilitate student learning, and recording grades. Attending faculty meetings and training sessions to stay current on methods and expectations of proficiency. Developed excellent rapport with students and families.

St. Augustine Catholic School (Arch. Of Galv-Houston) Houston, TX (10/2016 to 07/2017). Teacher: 7th Grade Social Studies / 7th Grade Science / 7th Grade Remedial Math Group

Responsible for developing and implementing daily and weekly unit lesson plans for 30 students, administering tests, tracking and analyzing student progress. Responsible for conducting small group as well as one-on-one Social Studies, Science, Math lessons and activities. Duties include developing methods of work and lesson plans for content subjects, assigning and grading class work, homework, tests and assignments. Promote a classroom learning environment encouraging student engagement and feedback.

Edison Middle School (Houston I.S.D.), Houston, Texas, (04/2007 to 10/2016). Teaching Assistant (Inclusion Teacher with General Ed. Classes monitoring Sped. Students.)

Assisted teachers with the planning, preparation, and implementation of differentiated instructions for individual students or groups. Assisted lead teacher in the enforcement of classroom management and behavioral plans, creating an environment that is appropriate for learning. Provided direct assistance to students individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by the teachers.

Teaching Assistant with Resource Inclusion Class (08/2013 to 05/2014).

Responsible for assisting Lead Teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of children within a safe, healthy learning environment. Model positive behavior for the students. Informing parents about daily classroom routine, policies, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. Teacher Assistant with Autism Unit (01/2011 to 05/2012).

Assisted lead teacher in teaching material to Autistic children while also keeping a very structured routine for them.

Teacher Assistant with Behavioral Adjustment Classroom (BAC) (08/2009 to 05/2010).

Assisted lead teacher with behaviorally challenged students in a one on one controlled classroom setting with the goal of returning them to general education classes with corrected behavior. Teaching Assistant with Life Skills (04/2007 to 05/2008, 08/2010 to 12/2010).

Responsibilities included obtaining blood specimens from patients for laboratory testing, Processing collected specimens and recording patient information into computer system. Role required significant client interaction, communication skills and attention to detail. Second Baptist Church, Pasadena, Texas (05/1992 to 07/1992). Interim Youth Minister

Responsible for researching, preparing, and delivering Junior High and High School students bible studies. Counseling youth on their day to day troubles, both I and outside school. Role required flexibility in dealing with teens and showing openness to their concerns. Children’s Land, Deer Park, Texas, (06/1990 to 03/1992). Teaching Assistant

Responsible for maintaining children’s developmental learning centers, supervising recreational activities, driving school van, planning and supervising school field trips. Role required being able to relate and communicate with school agers from 6-12 years of age. U.S. Air Force, Las Vegas, Nevada, (01/86 – 01/90). Aerospace Control & Warning Systems Operator

Responsibilities included tracking surface-to-air missiles and airplanes using radar system. Acted as radio and telephone liaison with surface-to-air missile sites and gun sites. Also responsible for acting as ground control intercept for fighter planes. Was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. TECHNOLOGY:

Proficient in the use of Windows apps., SMART Board, Vocabulary.com, Prezi.com, Weebly.com Blackboard and Brightspace Learning Management Systems, Online textbooks, YouTube History and other instructional videos, Google Classroom and Google apps. Willing to learn and use Nearpod and Blendspace.

Paul C. Terry 127 Campbell Avenue, Pasadena, Texas 77502

713-***-****, ***********@*****.***

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