Natalie Hawks
Middle School Teacher
Midland,TX
Summary
Reliable Intern studying in the Educational Diagnostician program at Sul Ross University seeks an internship/entry level opportunity to expand skills and gain valuable real-world experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Abell Junior High School
Midland, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Burnet Elementary School
Midland, TX
08.2009 - 05.2019
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Bowie Elementary School
Midland, TX
10.2006 - 05.2009
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Education
Educational Diagnostician - Currently in EdDiagnostician Certification Program
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX05.2023
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX05.2006
No Degree - Education
Midland College
Midland, TX05.2003
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Midland, TX05.2021
Skills
- IEP familiarity
- Student assessments
- Problem-solving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Recordkeeping skills
- Autism spectrum awareness
- Learning assessments
- Lesson plan implementation
- Member of Texas State Teachers Association (TCTA)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
ESL/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Abell Junior High School
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Burnet Elementary School
08.2009 - 05.2019
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Bowie Elementary School
10.2006 - 05.2009
Educational Diagnostician - Currently in EdDiagnostician Certification Program
Sul Ross State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
No Degree - Education
Midland College
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
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