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Katy, Texas

Houston TX

Grew a small Latin and AP Capstone program at a large public high school in Houston. Increased enrollment in AP Seminar from nine to over forty students, and nearly doubled enrollment in Latin one. Integrated technology to track student data and plan effective lessons. Revised and updated existing Latin curriculum. Led professional development sessions on.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Created curriculum for a variety of students and abilities. Provided one on one and group academic support to struggling students through weekly meetings, setting practical academic and personal goals. Organized events and trips for students to competitions for NJCL.

Created a new Latin program for a small private school. Planned long term and chose appropriate materials for levels of Latin. Set goals and visions for multiple levels of Latin from introductory to advanced. Coordinated with coworkers to plan relevant cross discipline curricula. Utilized social media and Blogger to communicate with parents and students.

Coordinated with other teachers to develop Latin curriculum and evaluate curricula across disciplines during the school’s reaccreditation process. Utilized a variety of media, including Google Earth, to make Latin come alive for students.

Taught sections of Latin to undergraduate students, creating my own materials and assessments. Assisted professors for larger lecture courses by grading and note taking.

Mat, Latin Teacher Education

Activities and Societies: Eta Sigma Phi

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Classical And Ancient Studies

Activities and Societies: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship