Data Entry Kindergarten Teacher
Resume:
DR.GREGORY NELSON
Professional Summary
As a District Network Principal for two campuses I have 25 years expertise in delivering high-quality, focused education, career and professional leadership. I have also provided students with group and individual counseling to promote emotional wellness. I am a proven leader focused on establishing and maintaining the school organization objectives in collaboration with administrators, teachers and parents. I use results-oriented when reviewing reports on the effectiveness of a school program to determine areas for improvement. I am a respectful active listener and problem solver and a team player. I am a motivator and advocate for student success in every aspect of education. I have over 26 years of experience in education. Innovative Academic leader focused on engaging with students and educators to meet learning objectives and drive student progress. I am committed to providing empowering leadership. I have outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management I am known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader. I am an innovative academic leader focused on engaging with students and educators to meet learning objectives and drive student progress. Committed to providing empowering leadership through
Work History
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIC ADVISOR/COUNSELOR
SAN ANTONIO, TX
10/2018 – Current
Individual Planning:
• Manage and audit student schedules for 100% accuracy
• Develop and audit four-year plans/ Personal Graduation Plans
• Audit transcripts for accuracy
• Evaluate incoming student records/transcripts
• Evaluate transcript data entry
• Verify report cards
• Maintain Campus Data Roster
gregory.nelson@bexarcountyacademy.
org
H: 210-***-****
San Antonio, TX 78201
Skills
• Team collaboration and leadership
• Professional referral network
• Individualized education programs
• Career planning
• Mediation and crisis intervention
• Student progress reporting
• Student records management
• Conflict resolution
• Individual and family support
• Monitoring outcomes
• Time Management
• Experience with special-
• Positive reinforcement
• Classroom discipline
• Positive learning environment
• Documentation and reporting
• Academic, Presentations
• Academic Lead
• Instructor, Supervising
• Instruction, Teaching
• Leadership, Teacher I
• Policy and procedure adherence
• Common Core learning standards
• Lesson Planning
• Safety and security procedures
• Group facilitation and presentations
• Relationship building and
networking
• Policy development and
enforcement
• Instructional leadership
• Student achievement
• Assist the campus leadership team with building and adjusting the master schedule.
MTSS/SST (Student Support Teams):
* Participate weekly on the campus Student Support Team
(multidisciplinary teaming)
* Review referral students’ referral data
* Coordinate the provision of Tiers II and/or III supports for students who experience difficulties
that disrupts their learning and the learning of others and/or the learning environments
* Implement the District’s process for crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and grief support
* Initiate and maintain community partnerships to address students’ social service and
mental/behavioral health needs
* Facilitate referrals to community mental, health, and social agencies to address psychosocial
needs of students
* Facilitate implementation of positive school climate programs using positive behavior and
intervention supports (PBIS), restorative practices, and trauma- informed practices
* Collect and analyze data and develop monthly Student Support Team reports for student referrals
and tiered intervention services
* Utilize the District’s electronic database systems to document services and referrals
Restorative Practices:
* Support campus staff’s efforts to conduct weekly/daily restorative tier 1 circles
* Conduct restorative tier 2 and 3 circles and their respective pre- conferences
* Assist with training new campus staff on restorative practices
* Monitor and maintain documentation for restorative circles (tier 2 and 3)
• The School Counselor at Texans Can Academies will support their campus in all four components of a comprehensive guidance and counseling program:
• Individual Planning: Assists in monitoring development, student planning, educational, four-year plans, transcript audits, scheduling, endorsement pathways, consultation, assessment
• Responsive Services: Addresses the immediate concerns of the student/prevention and intervention: Academic, school related concerns, relationship, physical/sexual/emotional, family issues, harassment, suicide prevention
• Guidance Curriculum: Awareness, self-development, application of skills, guidance content: self-confidence, decision making, goal setting, responsible behavior
• System Support: Program and staff support, program delivery, parent education, teacher/administrator consultation, staff development, school improvement planning, community outreach, public relations.
• Academic administration
• Educational staff supervision
• School administration
• Schedule oversight
Education
Trident International University
Online
2022 2200 East Germann Road,
Suite 150
Chandler, AZ 85286
Doctrine in Education Leadership K
– 12
th
Grade.
Jones International University,
Trident University
Englewood, CO
Master of Science
Currently Perusing a Doctrine of
Education K – 12th
2010
American InterContinental
University
Schaumburg, IL
Master of Science
2004
UTSA University of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
Bachelor of Science: Education
Administration
Expected in 03/2021
Trident University International
Cypress, CA
Ph.D.: Educational Leadership K -
12th Grade
BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY AND ACADEMY OF DALLAS
San Antonio, TX and Dallas, TX – District Network Principal 09/2020 – Current
• As Network Principal I collaborate with others to shape a vision of academic success for all students.
• As Network Principal I collaborate with others to create a climate hospitable to education.
• As Network Principal I try to cultivate leadership in others.
• As Network Principal I make sure that instruction is ongoing and engaging.
• As Network Principal I manage people, data and processes.
• As Network Principal I provided high quality instruction.
• As Network Principal I make sure that educational strategies are in place that support effective learning for all students.
• As Network Principal I serve as a facilitator, guide and supporter of quality instructional practices.
• As Network Principal I understood that improved test scores are important but know that quality instruction is essential for improving student achievement.
• As Network Principal of two campuses, I work with my staff on being trained on how to effectively implemented instructional strategies and understand the needs of their students and teachers.
• As Network Principal I understand that good teaching strategies are appropriate for all students whether they have been identified as requiring support through 504, Response to Intervention (RTI), Special Education eligibility, or state assessments results.
• As Network Principal it is my responsibility for outlining effective practices for student instruction is a task that should be shared with teachers and may include support from the curriculum department and consultants. As Principal I oversee the process of identifying effective practices requires collaboration.
• As Network Principal it is my responsibility to ensure that effective collaboration takes place.
• As Network Principal it is my responsibility to acknowledge that collaboration is worthwhile, and it can work.
• As Network Principal it is my responsibility to a great deal of work, planning, and trust into my staff to outline or modify the campus’ action plan.
• As Network Principal I provide Professional Development to improve and enhance the good teaching practices that are already in place and provide information about other effective learning strategies that may be used.
• As Network Principal of two campuses I worked on motivate and providing on-going support to their instructional teams.
• As Network Principal of two campuses I worked on improving student achievement through their facilitation, guidance and support of effective instructional strategies. BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL -
Counselor
San Antonio, TX
08/2017 - 01/2019
• Partnered with school administrators, teachers and parents or guardians to provide students with appropriate and adequate counseling support in school.
• Counsel students wherein behavior, school progress, mental or physical impairment indicated need for assistance, diagnosing students' problems and arranging for needed services.
• Analyzed student data to assess counseling program effectiveness and make improvements.
• Developed and adhered to school counseling program in alignment with Texas standards.
• Provided] counseling program services to 343 students.
• Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
• Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress.
• Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects.
• Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
• Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist youth in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL -
Computer Teacher
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
08/2015 - 08/2017
• Maintained inventory and upkeep for devices and computers.
• Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
• Facilitated computer lab for students grades 1st through 8th.
• Implemented and designed appropriate and specialized lesson plans.
• Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to students.
• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
• Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
• Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends. BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - Second
Grade Teacher
San Antonio, TX
01/2009 - 01/2011
• Created and/or implemented curriculum Plan and execute lessons Classroom management (10-15 students)
• Emailed supervisor lesson plans weekly
• Advised parents of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Managed student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Created a classroom environment that fosters growth and learning
• Maintained records of student work and development
• Created progress reports and report cards Collaborate with tutors/specials teachers/title one attend and contribute to 504 meetings
• Differentiate instruction based on student level
• Monitor students in a variety of educational environments
• Monitored classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Handle social/emotional issues as they arise Complete recommendations for future school assignments Keep attendance records Procure materials for the classroom Attend staff meetings Report incidents (e.g.
• Handle fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to state law.
BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL -
Kindergarten Teacher
01/2007 - 01/2009
• Taught 21 children in a classroom at the kindergarten level.
• Planed, evaluated, and assigned lessons.
• Prepared, administered, and graded tests, listen to oral presentations, and maintained classroom discipline.
• Introduced children to mathematics, language, science, and social studies.
• Used games, music, artwork, films, books, computers, and other tools to teach basic skills.
• Used play and hands-on teaching.
• Taught 21 students letter recognition, phonics, numbers, and awareness of nature and science.
• Maintained grade books.
• . Prepared and distribute required reports.
• Observed and evaluate student's performance.
• Managed student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.
• Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
• Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
• Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports, hearing and vision reports, staffing notes and status reports.
• Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
• opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
• Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
• Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
• Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
• Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences. BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - Pre-
Kindergarten Teacher
San Antonio, TX
01/2006 - 01/2007
• Instructed 18 children under the age of five using creative methods such as art, music and hands-on learning.
• Engaged with 18 students through the use of learning centers that incorporated hands on experience which is one of the primary purposes of the educational program is to prepare students for kindergarten.
• Created daily lesson plans that teach social skills and personal hygiene, as well as introducing colors, shapes and numbers.
• Introduce reading and writing to their classes and help children develop language skills.
• Attended to the basic needs of young children, such as serving them food and beverages, putting on and taking off coats and changing diapers or assisting kids on bathroom visits.
• Maintained communication with each child's parents, particularly when there is a problem.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
• Monitored 18 students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
• Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
• Supervised 18 students and enforced discipline during all Head Start activities.
• Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
P.E. Coach, BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER
SCHOOL - P.E. Coach
San Antonio, TX
01/2005 - 01/2006
The Physical Education/ Health BEXAR COUNTY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL – San Antonio, TX
• Responsible for organizing innovative games that promote physical activity among all students from grades K-8.
• Develop motor skills, physical development, proper exercise among all students.
• Taught healthy life practices to be used for everyday situations.
• Engaged r students from multiple grade levels in physical and mental exercise
• Implemented exercise programs/training strategies, which bolstered team performance.
• Introduced games which helped students to better develop skill levels.
• Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods.
• Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
• Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
• Promoted proper stretching, warm ups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
• Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
• Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
• Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
North Side Independent School District - Paraprofessional San Antonio, TX
02/2004 - 07/2005
• Performed special tasks such as physical therapy and monitoring student academic and learning to help students with special needs learn and grow.
• Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
• Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
• Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
• Organized activities to promote students' social, physical and emotional development.
• Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
• Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
• Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
• Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
• Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
• Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Louisiana Head Start Program - Teacher
Alexandria, LA
06/1995 - 02/2002
• Louisiana Head Start Program – Alexandria, LA.
• Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
• Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
• Collaborated with other faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
• Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
• positive reinforcement strategies.
• Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
• Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
• Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
.
Contact this candidate