Linda DeForest

Education Management - Primary/Secondary Education

EXPERIENCE

Education Management Instructor

Pflugerville ISD

**** - *******, ************, **

Hired to teach fourth grade math and science. In my other years I have moved into other teaching roles to add to my teaching experience.

Chosen for team lead for my grade level.

Assigned to prepare data analysis protocol monthly presentation for administration on grade level progress using data to drive instruction.

Selected to be on the Math and Science Vertical Committee, Campus Improvement Planning Team and PTO Teacher Liaison.

An expectation was set that each student must show a year of growth. My class in 2019-2020 96% student growth to meet or exceed a year's growth. In 2020-2021, I was able to achieve 84% students growth to meet or exceed a year's growth. Differentiated lessons based upon the students needs. Frequent checks for understanding. Ability to adapt and change on the move.

During the 2021-2022 school year I was chosen to be part of the intervention team to use the RTI process in math and reading with students to close the learning gaps to make them successful in their classroom.

ReFlex Math Site Coordinator for campus: Worked cross functionally with ReFlex Math facilitators, district, and campus staff personnel where I oversee the implementation of the program while following program guidelines. I monitor and report on campus growth metrics. Second Grade Elementary School Teacher

Decker Elementary - Manor Independent School District 2015 - 2017, Manor, TX

Hired to teach a self-contained second grade class. As a grade level team, we planned the unit based upon what the student was expected to learn to master the grade level, then we built the assessment for students and finally designed lessons to meet the goal. After each unit assessment, we analyzed data, set goals, and reteach opportunities for students. The expectation was to use small groups to differentiate learning for all students using guiding reading and math models. Effectively worked in small groups conducting Daily 5, math workshops and RTI models as well as AVID strategies to help students become successful. Differentiated lessons for a diverse group of students including dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, ODD and at or above grade level students.

Coordinated with vertical grade level teams to align standards necessary for growth across grade levels

Achieved the highest growth at Decker Elementary for My Virtual Reading Coach for 2016- 2017.

Deemed "Teacher of the Month" in 2017 by my peers. Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Kids R Kids

2015, Round Rock, TX

Hired to plan, implement and teach the assigned curriculum for prekindergarten students. I was expected to always maintain the safety of children and facilities. I was required to communicate effectively with all parents.

Assistant Director & Elementary School Teacher

Knowledge Learning Corporation

2002 - 2014, Bartlett, IL

Hired to assist in all business operations from supervising staff, payroll, scheduling, hiring, financials, bookkeeping. I learned the importance of developing a positive relationship with parents. I also learned how to build positive working relationships with staff members. SECTORS

Education Administration Programs

PROFICIENCIES

PERSONAL DESIGNATIONS

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Aurora University, Aurora, IL, 2001

Organizations/Affiliations

Campus Math and Science Committee

Chair Member, 2020-2023

Reflex Math Campus Coordinator, 2021-2023

PTO Teacher Liaison

Campus Improvement Planning Team Member

Mentor to New to Profession Teachers

Certifications

EC-6th grade Generalist

ESL EC- 6th grade

Software

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

References

Available upon request

Reflective

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