BETHANYEVERETT
PO Box 363,Refugio, Tx78377 | C:361-695-6165 |
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher who has earned trust and respect from students, colleagues and administration for 5+ years.
Motivated, enthusiastic educator with experience in fostering a cohesive student learning atmosphere. Skilled elementary
school teacher with the ability to work with children of various intellectual, behavioral and physical challenges.
Core Qualifications
Excellent classroom managementBA Education Pre-Kindergarten-4th
Teaching, tutoring and counselingCPR/First-aid certified
Experience working special needs studentsCrisis Prevention Institute certified
Effectively work with parentsESL certified
Motivating students30+ hours of Gifted and Talented instruction
Interactive teaching/learning
Innovative lesson planning
Differentiated instruction
Creative lesson plan development
School improvement committee
Achievements
Material Development
As Lead Teacher created the Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum targeting diverse learners to create an engaging
educational experience.
Team Building and Leadership
Created collaborative classroom experience through team meetings, vertical teaming, as well as community out
reach programing.
Lesson Planning:
Introduced new learning methods to ensure total comprehension for all students.
Developed new learning center for reading assistance.
Plan Development
Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that
provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Professional Experience
Teacher Aid01/2005 to12/2007
Montessori Country Day SchoolHouston,Tx
Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss
solutions. Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.Created and
enforced child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
First Grade Teacher08/2010 to08/2011
Nordheim ISDHouston,TX
Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.Used variety of teaching
techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion. Established and enforced rules for behavior and
procedures for maintaining order among students.
Kindergarten Teacher03/2012 to06/2013
Refugio ISDHouston,TX
As a Kindergarten Teacher I developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase
student understanding of course materials. I also developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely
manner. Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 19 students.
Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher08/2012 to Current
Refugio ISDRefugio,TX
As Lead Teacher I routinely meet with students' parents regarding in-class issues and their ongoing learning goals. I
apply progressive teaching principles to a class of 36 students. I Perform student background reviews to develop tailored
lessons based on student needs. Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material. As Lead
Teacher I established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order. Received high remarks for
the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
Gifted and Talented Leader Grades 2nd-6th08/2015 to Current
Refugio ISDRefugio,TX
I create and enforced child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning. Earned
positive verbal/written feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
Education and Training
High School Diploma1997
Refugio High SchoolRefugio, Tx
President of Future Teacher's of America Club
Member of The Academic Decathlon Team
Who is Who of High School Students Academic Achievement Award
4 year participant in One Act Play
CPN: Nanny1997
English Nanny and Governess SchoolChagrin Falls, OH
Certified Processional Nanny
Coursework in:
Child Psychology, behavior and development
Infant CPR and First Aid
Early Childhood Education
Welfare and Safety
Nutrition
Family Dynamics
Professionalism
Associate of Arts2000
Coastal Bend CollegeBeeville , Tx
Member of Student Advisory Committee
Member of Honor Society Phi Kappa Phi
Course work in Early Childhood Education
Coursework in Child Development
Bachelor of Arts: Political Science, Women Studies, Education2007
University of HoustonHouston,Tx
Major in Political Science Emphasis in Public Policy
Major in Education Generalist Pre-Kindergarten-4th Grade
Minor in Women Studies
Academic Achievement Award in Political Science
Mickey Leland Congressional Scholar
Intern for Congressman Ted Poe in Washington DC
Certifications
E.S.L. Certification
Gifted and Talented Trained
American Sign Language Trained
Unlicensed Diabetic Care Attendant
Community Involvement
A member of Refugio Elementary PTA since 2012, serving a year as Vice President.