Presentation
of
Qualifications
Surnetra M. Earnest, M.Ed.
Surnetra M. Earnest, M.Ed.
***** ****** *** **. 713-***-**** (C)
Cypress, TX 77429 **********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE Accomplished teaching professional with comprehensive knowledge of administration, and excellent organization and communication skills, seeking a position as an educational leader, where these skills can be used to enhance the quality of student learning.
TEACHING Elementary – 5 Years High School – 1 Years Administration – 8 Years
EXPERIENCE Middle School – 14 Years Post-Secondary – 2 Years & Instructional Leadership
EMPLOYMENT 2023 - Present Holland Middle School, Houston I.S.D.
HISTORY 8th Grade Mathematics Teacher/Math Success Teacher (NES-A)
Provide additional instructional strategies and support for teachers (model/co-teach)
Analyze, and disseminate test data (including STAAR test information)
Provided additional instruction for content mastery students and low performing students
2022 - 2023 Peck Elementary, Houston I.S.D.
Teacher Specialist (Math)
Provide additional instructional strategies and support for teachers (model/co-teach)
Title I Coordinator
Lower grade Administrator (Grades PK-2nd)
Created assessments for grades 1st through 5th
Analyze, and disseminate test data (including STAAR test information)
2020 - 2022 Cleveland Middle School/Pine Burr Elementary, Cleveland I.S.D.
Math Instructional Coach/5th Grade Math Teacher
Provide additional instructional strategies and support for teachers
Analyze, and disseminate test data (including STAAR test information)
2015-2020 Jones Middle School/Mead Middle School/Hambrick, Aldine I.S.D.
8th Grade Mathematics Teacher * Classroom Teacher Mentor
Provided additional instruction for content mastery students and low performing students
Provided guidance and assistance to teachers who were beginning teacher career
2013-2015 Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor – East Harris County, Galveston & Beaumont
Recruit students from the various high schools within east Houston and surrounding areas
Coordinate and organize various programs
Manage budgets
2011-2012 Ridgegate Elementary, Ft. Bend I.S.D.
Assistant Principal
Foster a positive and effective learning environment & objectively evaluate staff performance
Coordinate and organize various programs
Manage budgets
2009-2011 North Region, Houston I.S.D.
Secondary Mathematics Curriculum Specialist
Provide additional instructional strategies and support for teachers
Analyze, and disseminate test data (including TAKS test information)
Assist teachers/students and provide additional instruction for low performing students
2006-2009 Hambrick Middle School, Aldine I.S.D.
Student Teacher Mentor
7th/8th Grade Mathematics Teacher * Classroom Teacher Mentor
Provided additional instruction for content mastery students and low performing students
Provided guidance and assistance for teachers who were beginning teacher career
2005-2006 Lone – Star North Harris Community College – Houston, TX
Instructor
Presented instructional lessons for Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities
2001-2006 Shotwell Academy, Aldine I.S.D.
Mathematics Skills Specialist * Magnet Coordinator * 8th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Analyzed, and disseminated test data (including TAKS test information)
Assisted in aligning and integrating curriculum to meet district requirements
Recruited students for the Prospective IB Middle Years Programme
Provided presentations and programs for prospective students, parents and community
EDUCATION 2008 (June)
Principal Certification
1995-1997 Prairie View A&M University-Prairie View, TX
M.Ed., Educational Administration
1988-1993 Texas State University-San Marcos, TX
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies
Certification in grades K-8, with specialization in Mathematics
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PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE Professional Development
NES-A Trained
Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System Training
Title I Coordinator
Mathematics District Staff Development Presenter (Aldine ISD)
Schoology Training
Adults Relating to Students Facilitator (ARK)
Invest Teacher Evaluation System Training
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol Training (S.I.O.P.)
Professional Development and Appraisal System Training (PDAS)
International Baccalaureate Level I & Level II Training (Middle Years Program)
MStar Math Academy Training (Grades 6,7,8)
Direct Instruction Training (DiStar program)
Gifted & Talented Training
Eisenhower Math Project
Organizational & Committee Involvement
Member of the Texas State African-American Alumni Association
Member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Member of the Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC)
Member and Coordinator of the Houston Area Recruiter’s Network (HARN)
Member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Chairperson Joint Founders Day Hostesses, Greater Houston Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Co-Chair of Delta Academy, Co-Chair of Delta GEMS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Teacher Motivation Committee (Sunshine club)
Staff Development Presenter on Student Motivation
Former Member of the Mathematics Textbook Committee
Former Facilitator of The District Rookie Round-up for new teachers (Aldine I.S.D.)
EAC District Planning Committee (district calendar planning)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated – member (lifetime)
REFERENCES
Keri Ward
Principal
Holland Middle School
1600 Gellhorn
Houston, TX 77029
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Tonya Chevalier
Assistant Principal
Gross Elementary
12583 South Gessner
Houston, TX 77071
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Katrina Cushenberry
Director of Secondary Mathematics
Houston ISD
4400 W. 18th Street
Houston, TX 77092
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Dr. Rebecca Sanford
Executive Director of Student Services
Cleveland ISD
316 East Dallas
Cleveland, TX 77327
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