TOEFL with Desearee R.
Houston, Texas
About Desearee R.
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Teacher 4-6
Aug, 2008 - Jun, 2013Palmdale School District
I taught all subjects to grades 4th thru 6th. Even though 4-6 were the grade levels I feel confident to teach all levels in elementary education. I used assessments to drive my instructional planning. Even though this was the basis for my curriculum choices I make accommodations and adaptations for students based on their needs. I provided instruction that addressed the needs of all learning styles, kinesthetic (hands on), visual, and auditory (listening). I provided test strategies to help students be successful on standardized tests.
Teacher
Jun, 2013 - Nov, 2014Houston Independent School District
I taught reading, writing, grammar, spelling, social studies, and English to English language learners in 5th grade. These students were taught in Spanish the previous year and expected to pass STAAR in English at a 5th grade level this year. 80% of my students passed the 5th grade STAAR test in English last year. I am successful because I build a rapport with my students and search for ways to motivate the individual student.
Education
Bachelors of Liberal Studies; Concentration in Mathematics
Sep, 2006 - Jun, 2008California State University of Northridge
Masters of Arts in Teaching
Jun, 2009 - Dec, 2011USC
Certification in Teaching Gifted and Talented
Sep, 2008 - Aug, 2009University of San Diego
Certifications
Authorization in Teaching English Language Learners
Mar, 2008State of California
This credential and authorization enables me to teach English from elementary to adult learners of English.
Generalist (EC-6)
Jan, 2014State of Texas
Supplemental in English as a Second Language
Jan, 2014State of Texas
Gifted and Talented Education
Aug, 2009California State University of San Diego
Ryan Multiple Subject Credential
Mar, 2008State of California
Affiliations
International Reading Association, The
Jun, 2008Since 1956, IRA has been a nonprofit, global network of individuals and institutions committed to worldwide literacy. More than 56,000 members strong, the Association supports literacy professionals through a wide range of resources, advocacy efforts, volunteerism, and professional development activities.
National Education Association
Jun, 2008The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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