Teacher Resume
Mina Burris (Payestewa)
Mesa, Arizona 85201
Phone- 928-***-****
*****-**********@******.***
Mission Statement
Providing each student with an equal opportunity to achieve academic success to their highest potential. By offering them the appropriate challenges and experiences for their social and academic growth in a positive and safe environment. My commitment to our students, parents, the community, and the staff will help support our students to become independent and responsible citizens with personal integrity.
Education
Candidate in Doctor of Education of Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Special Education at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, 2022-2026
M.Ed in Bilingual Multicultural Education (BME), Northern Arizona University, AZ. 86006 Spring-1997
M.Ed. in Special Education, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. Fall, 1996 Endorsements in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Reading Specialist
Certifications in Elementary and Special Educations, Northern Arizona University-Spring 1995
Bachelor of Studies- General Studies, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. Fall-1990
Professional Profile
Whittier Elementary School, Phoenix, Arizona (2019-2020), Special Education Resource Teacher
Simpson Middle School, Phoenix, Arizona (2018-2019) Special Education Resource Teacher
Little Singer Community School, Winslow, Arizona (2012-2016) 5th and 6th grade Teacher
Special Education High School Teacher
Leupp Schools Incorporated, Winslow, Arizona (2009-2016) 5th and 6th grade Combo Teacher
Christensen Elementary School, Flagstaff, Arizona (2005-2002) Special Education Teacher-(Cross Categorical)
Thomas Elementary School, Flagstaff, Arizona (2001-2004)-Self Contained Behavior Support Teacher- (Emotional Disabilities)
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona (2001-1999)- Project Manager and Adjunct Professor for Master’s Program in Bilingual Special Education at Northern Arizona University
Cromer Elementary School, Flagstaff, Arizona (2000-1997)- First Grade Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District, Flagstaff, Arizona (1996-1991)-Native American Academic Advisor/Counselor for Thomas School, Killip School, and Weitzel Elementary Schools
Core Competencies
*Observe and execute of teaching techniques to meet the diverse needs of students at different academic levels using the Arizona State Standards using my Highly Qualified Teacher profile.
*Monitor and assess performance of self, others, and organization to make improvements or take corrective actions
*Plan and conduct lessons and provide the appropriate service of delivery activities to content areas using the Arizona State Standards.
*Create short range and long range lesson plans.
*Provide the schools with various opportunities in grant writing opportunities. (active grant writer)
*Participate, present in various workshops, in-services, and conferences.