Experienced 5th Grade Educator and LMS Teacher
Resume:
A. Blanchfield
Richmond, TX *****
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PROFILE
Dedicated professional with extensive experience teaching in person and online. Seeking a seasonal part time/ work from home (WFH) position where I can leverage my expertise in small group, technology integration, and learner engagement.
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Fort Bend Independent School District August 2019-Present
5th grade Self Contained Richmond, TX
●Worked as 5th grade Math/Science teacher at James Patterson Elementary of Fort Bend ISD
●Used Guided Reading and balanced literacy model (via Fountas and Pinnell) to drive instruction in ELA classroom to promote reading comprehension and phonics awareness.
●Implemented the Guided Math model that utilizes Number Sense Routine, Math manipulatives, and the gradual release model of instruction (I do, We do, You do).
●Facilitated data driven instruction for Tier II students via NWEA MAP universal screener software and district mock STAAR to identify at risk students.
●Administered differentiated instructional styles to engage and enhance students in developing critical thinking math and reading skills for Gifted and Talented (GT), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Special Education (SPED) students.
●Collaborated with Special Education Coordinator to develop Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) and learning accommodations to facilitate learning for students identified for Special Education (SpEd) services.
●Utilizing the Schoology LMS, developed synchronous/asynchronous learning opportunities using TEKS in the areas of math, reading, science, and social studies for 5th grade students during the 2020 and 2021 school years.
●Worked as the TV production teacher/Yearbook coordinator for the morning announcements at James Patterson Elementary for the 2020 school year.
Fort Bend Independent School District August 2017-May 2019
Math/Science teacher 4th Houston, TX
●Worked as 4th grade Math/Science teacher at Mission Glen Elementary, a Title I school in Houston, TX (Mission Glen area).
●Utilized Schoology to drive instructional practice for the Math and Science TEKS in the 4th grade, identifying learning objectives and success criteria necessary for student success in the classroom
●Facilitated data driven instruction for Tier II students via REN 360 software and district mock STAAR to identify at risk students.
●In conjunction with co teacher and Math interventionist, created a small group differentiated instructional environment to assist students identified as “At Risk”.
●Administered differentiated instructional styles to engage and enhance students in developing critical thinking mathematics for Gifted and Talented (GT), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Special Education (SPED) students.
●Served on the Campus Based Leadership Team to promote a culture of continued academic improvement at Mission Glen.
●Collaborated with Special Education Coordinator to develop Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) and learning accommodations to facilitate learning for students identified for Special Education (SpEd) services.
●Implemented CHAMPS/FBISD “Profile of a Graduate” model to promote social/instructional excellence among students across campus.
Washington Unified School District August 2016-June 2017
Self-contained teacher 4th/5th grade/TOSA West Sacramento, CA
●Served as self-contained teacher for Stonegate Elementary in the Washington Unified School District (WUSD) from August 2016-June 2017.
●Collaborated with 5th Grade team/Stonegate administration to execute California Standards (Common Core) curriculum for Math, English Language Arts, Reading, and Science.
●Administered differentiated instructional styles to engage and enhance students in developing critical thinking mathematics for Gifted and Talented (GT), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Special Education (SPED) students.
●Attended leadership cadres focused on California English Language Development (ELD) standards, Academic Conversations, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), in addition to math.
●Served as Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) for the Washington Unified School District (WUSD) from January –March 2016; Supported 4th Grade classroom at Stonegate K-8 Elementary from March-June 2016.
●Collaborated with Curriculum Director in the WUSD rollout of the Common Core based math curriculum across Grades K-12, developing multimedia tools to gauge math pilot effectiveness among WUSD Stakeholders.
●Coordinated teacher observations across districts to gauge best instructional practices in the areas of math, science, and English Language Arts (ELA).
●Revamped the WUSD Educational Services webpage to emphasize Common Core based curriculum, instructional and professional development opportunities for faculty and staff district-wide.
●Attended leadership cadres focused on California English Language Development (ELD) standards, Academic Conversations, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), in addition to math.
White Elementary School September 2010-December 2015
5th Grade Teacher/Interventionist Houston, TX
●Attained Exemplary rating for White Elementary 5th Grade Science for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) for student performance on the 2015 State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR).
●Served as the Lead Science Teacher at White Elementary, executing the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum for 5th Grade Science curriculum earning recognition for Distinction in Science for student performance on the 2015 STAAR.
●Administered differentiated instructional styles to engage and enhance students in developing critical thinking mathematics for Gifted and Talented (GT), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Special Education (SPED) students.
●Developed School Improvement Plan (SIP) for White Elementary to overall school performance on Science curriculum and teacher development utilizing SWOT analysis.
●Utilized data driven instruction from district benchmark testing and common assessments to drive student achievement in TEKS mastery in accordance with HISD Scope and Sequence.
●Partnered with and integrated Rice University’s STEMSCOPES Science and Baylor University Summer Science Institute to promote differentiated, web based, student driven instruction in Science curriculum.
●Worked with school personnel to develop 504 Accommodation, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and Response to Intervention (RTI) paperwork to assist students identified as being “At Risk” of having learning disabilities.
●Modeled effective and positive classroom management skills within the classroom to enhance a safe learning environment.
●Forged positive relationships with all parents, students, and faculty to promote community involvement in areas of academics, athletics, and extracurricular activities.
Southwest Middle School July 2005-May 2007
Journalism Instructor Orlando, FL
●Designed and implemented curriculum for the first middle school journalism program in Florida, working with both grade level and gifted and talented (GT) students; core curriculum goals included improvement of writing proficiency, fostering expression of ideas, and critical thinking.
●Credited with a seven percent increase in student writing scores on FCAT in the first year of the program (2005).
●Advised and collaborated with students to launch two student-run online newspapers showcasing student writing in varying styles, including expository, creative, and journalistic.
●Piloted daily school television news program to develop student skills in writing, filming, editing, and producing material for broadcast.
●Established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and peers to create a community of open dialogue and idea sharing.
Windy Ridge Elementary School July 2004-May 2005
Reading Teacher Orlando, FL
●Guided students in various styles of literature, including fiction, non-fiction, and expository; utilized customized software technology to further strengthen comprehension and grammatical skills including main idea, inference, and higher level critical thinking via educational taxonomy for reading comprehension.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
Standard License-Texas EC-12 Special Education
Standard License-Texas EC-6 Generalist
Standard License-Texas ESL EC-12
Standard License-Texas Special Education EC-12
Standard License-Texas Physical Education EC-12
GT Certified Fort Bend ISD-Summer 2025
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential-General Subjects, State of California
English Language (EL) Certification, State of California
Georgia State University · Bachelor of Arts in Communication · May 2003
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