Mandy Mcclain Email & Phone Number

North Mesquite High School

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning geared toward curriculum for reading and writing strategies, essays and multi-genre texts.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals by employing a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media that meets the capabilities of student groups.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, providing progress reports and communication with parents consistently while maintaining availability to student and parents.
• Serve as administrator for STAAR, TELPAS, PSAT and SAT programs; team lead for English II; and participate in the textbook adoption committee.
• Attend school-sponsored activities to support the community and families of the school.

Richardson Texas

• Facilitated student learning, provided effective instruction, and performed evaluations of student learning.
• Ensured students attained course competencies with a focus on composition.
• Constructed class syllabi and established curriculum.

• Provided learning opportunities for students to learn creative writing and problem-solving skills by guiding them in researching higher level thinking questions and skills.
• Utilized Abydos training and curriculum, resources and strategies to deliver strong instruction that kept students engaged in the learning process.
• Committed to student-centered learning that put the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths, and interests into learning.
• Maintained accurate and complete records of student progress and development. Analyzed and used assessments to monitor student progress and make adjustments as necessary.
• Engaged in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness.

• Demonstrated cognitive understanding of ESL and instructed students and managed their behavior in classroom settings.
• Provided second language training and skills for students to learn English proficiently.
• Delivered instruction and learning materials to diverse cultures and populations with varying learning styles and background experiences.
• Developed and implemented short and long-range instructional plans based upon effective instructional strategies, knowledge of discipline, student needs and performance.
• Constructed and utilized multiple forms of assessment techniques to monitor student progress, modify and adapt instruction to achieve goals of ESL classes.
• Exhibited effective communication skills and techniques with students including verbal, nonverbal and media communications to ensure student understanding of learning materials.

Bachelor Of Science, English/Language Arts Teacher Education

Activities and Societies: Sigma Kappa sorority

Master Of Arts (M.A.), English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: Lower level English instructor for that year.

Master'S Degree, English Language And Literature/Letters

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