Middle School Associate Teacher
Resume:
DONNA SWING-
MCDONALD
Houston, TX *****
*********@*****.***
Dedicated Associate Teacher with a proven history of providing exceptional guidance and instruction to elementary and middle school students. I am enthusiastic about creating dynamic learning environments that foster active engagement. Seeking a teaching position to apply my fervor for education, adept classroom management, and collaborative approach for student growth and achievement. My unwavering commitment to tailored lesson planning and effective teaching strategies, coupled with effective communication and time management skills, positions me to excel in this role. I look forward to contributing to a thriving learning environment through teamwork and best practices.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ASSOCIATE TEACHER HOUSTON ISD, HOUSTON, TX 11/2012 – CURRENT.
• Substitute for elementary and middle school teachers of record when they are absent.
• Encourage student participation and monitor their progress in class.
• Communicate with parents about students’ behavior and academic performance.
• Prepare and grade assignments and tests according to lesson plans.
• Maintain reports, documents, and paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Follow all standards, rules, regulations, procedures, practices, policies, laws, guidelines, directions, and codes to ensure safety, efficiency, quality service and learning environments.
• Perform hall and lunch duties as assigned.
• Stepped in for the regular teacher during absence and instructed proper classroom lesson objectives for the day.
• Maintained a well-disciplined classroom environment. TAX PREPARER
COLBERT/BALL TAX SERVICES, HOUSTON, TX 2012 – 2012 IBEX STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC, BROWNSVILLE, TX 2010 – 2011.
• Prepare income tax returns for individuals and various clients according to IRS tax issues and documents.
• Answer phone calls and provide excellent customer service to clients and potential customers.
• Help clients with any paperwork they need and explain tax-related questions and issues.
• Complete payroll invoices and deductions associated with tax returns and take preparation payments from customers.
TEACHER ASSISTANT APPLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT, HOUSTON, TX 2009 – 2010
• Cared for and monitored children ages three to five years old.
• Ensured children were clean and safe.
• Communicated with parents and encouraged children to participate in activities.
• Read stories and sang songs to children.
• Assisted older children with their homework assignments. KITCHEN MANAGER HOUSTON SCHOOL DISTRICT, HOUSTON, TX 06/2000 – 11/2000
• Trained workers on how to perform their job correctly and safely.
• Managed equipment in the kitchen
CASHIER TARGET DEPARTMENT STORE, HOUSTON, TX 1996 – 1998
• Kept record of how much money was in the drawer when the store opened and closed.
• Managed customer transactions and provided customer service. EDUCATION
• MASTER’S DEGREE IN MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING American Intercontinental University, Houston, TX.
• 120-HOUR TESOL/TEFL CERTIFICATE World TESOL Academy.
• BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN BUSINESS SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT University of Phoenix, Houston, TX.
• PASTORAL STUDIES AND CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP STUDIES (Two Years) Mid America Christian University, Oklahoma City, OK.
• COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND COMPUTER ACCOUNTING (One Year) Delta Business College, Houma, LA.
• RELIGIOUS COUNSELING AND PASTORAL TRAINING (No Degree) Mid-America Christian Ministry.
Studied Christian Counseling and Pastoral Guidance in 2019.
• YOUTH LEADERSHIP (No Degree) Braeswood Assembly of God Church. Worked with students in grades six through eight, providing strong leadership and support in 2018.
SKILLS
• LESSON PLANNING: Designing and implementing engaging and effective lessons for diverse learners.
• GUIDED AND INDEPENDENT READING: Facilitating students’ reading comprehension and fluency through various strategies and activities.
• CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT: Creating and maintaining a positive and productive learning environment for all students.
• PARENT COMMUNICATION: Establishing and maintaining regular and respectful communication with parents and guardians about students’ progress and needs.
• TIME MANAGEMENT: Organizing and prioritizing tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and goals.
• MULTILINGUAL PROFICIENCY: Speaking, reading, and writing fluently in English, Spanish, and French.
• TEAM COLLABORATION: Working cooperatively and constructively with colleagues and administrators to share ideas and resources. HONORS & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
• Demonstrated computer skills and Microsoft Word proficiency as a cashier and computer operator at a local store.
• Volunteered as a church worker, Sunday school teacher, and youth minister advisor, providing spiritual guidance and support to children and teens. REFERENCES
DR. BENTE GAGE, TEACHER/SUPERVISOR Energized for Excellence Academy, Humble, TX.
Email: [***********@***.***], Phone: 832-***-****. DONNA CLEAVES-JOHNSON, TEACHER Houston Independent School District, Houston, TX.
Email: [************@***.***], Phone: 346-***-****. Address: 4822 Scenic Dr., Houston, TX 77048.
JOHN SHEFFIELD, TEACHER Energized for Excellence Academy, Richmond, TX. Email: [**************@*****.***], Phone: 832-***-****. Address: 5022 Riverwood Dr., Richmond, TX 77469.
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