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SUZANNE BRYANT




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EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY Intentional about fostering students’ love
for learning
As an educator, I am motivated by the opportunity I have to touch and shape
my students' lives to leave a positive, lasting impact. I believe that my Committed to innovation in the 21st-
students must feel safe and secure in my classroom and know that I will work century classroom
hard on their behalf to see each and every student succeed. My students Dedicated to cultivating caring, connected,
bring me so much joy and, in turn, I believe that I am able to be that and critical-thinking students
encouraging word, that support, that smile that they need to feel confident, Positive and enthusiastic about the future
intelligent, and noticed in this world. I truly have developed a passion for of education

teaching, and I realize the importance I have in helping mold and develop our Motivated to create authentic learning
future problem-solvers, critical-thinkers, innovators, and leaders. experiences



EDUCATION

Master of Education, Educational Administration December 2015

HOUSTON BAPTIST UNIVERSITY, Houston, Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing and International Business May 2009
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, Waco, Texas


WORK EXPERIENCE

RIVER OAKS BAPTIST SCHOOL, Houston, Texas August 2015–Present
Sixth Grade Science Teacher, Science Curriculum Coach
Sixth–Eighth Grade Quiz Bowl Coach
Third Grade Math, Science, & Social Studies Teacher
• Continued to develop my identity as an educator, fostered strong relationships and partnerships within our
independent school community, learned how to put the needs of the student above all else, and gained valuable
skills in leadership, curriculum creation and alignment, and professional growth.
• Served vertically on campus-wide math, science, social studies, and technology committees as we reassessed and
realigned cross curricular lessons focused on inquiry-based learning that implemented engaging experiences for
students with “end-in-mind” objectives.
• Authentically and regularly used Microsoft OneNote, FlipGrid, Class Dojo, and other technology resources/apps in a
1-1 environment to enhance learning experiences for students.
• Organized, budgeted, and implemented all details and aspects of the sixth-grade overnight field experience to
Galveston, Texas for over 95 students and chaperones while also preparing students for this hands-on learning
opportunity through our marine biology unit of study.
• Coached the Quiz Bowl team to the Middle School Nationals for two back-to-back years and devoted many hours to
afterschool practice and weekend tournaments where we received multiple victories at all levels.
• Developed a strong understanding and appreciation for independent schools (ISAS) and the importance of teacher-
parent-student relationships to ensure the highest quality education to meet the child’s needs.

HARVEY TURNER ELEMENTARY, Pasadena, Texas August 2010-June 2015


WORK EXPERIENCE, Continued

HARVEY TURNER ELEMENTARY, Pasadena, Texas August 2010–June 2015
Fourth Grade Math & Science Teacher
• I differentiated instruction using small groups and individualized lessons for inclusion, gifted, and on-level students.
I was responsible for creating daily math and science lesson plans and objectives based on Texas Essential
Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). I served as the fourth grade Team Leader and on the following committees: Math PLC,
Courtesy Club, CATCH Program, Campus Leadership PLC, SBDM, and Cornerstone Grant Foundation. I also was the
co-sponsor for Student Council. I participated in on-going professional development for math, science, classroom
management, gifted and talented, and special education. I engaged students with a variety of technology, including
the Promethean Board, document camera, laptop computers, iPod touches, ActivExpressions, and Kindle Fires. I
built positive classroom-to-home connections with parents through my class website, emails, conferences, weekly
newsletters, and phone calls.

SMITH ELEMENTARY, Magnolia, Texas January–April 2010
Student Teacher, First Grade
• I observed and assisted my cooperating teacher with lessons, monitoring, grading, and daily duties. I teamed with
my cooperating teacher to gain initial experience presenting and creating engaging lessons. I was responsible for
preparing and teaching multiple lessons in all subject areas and periods of the school day.

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY CAMPUS LIVING & LEARNING, Waco, Texas August 2006–May 2009
Residence Hall Community Leader




PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

• National Science Teachers of America (NSTA) National Conferences (2017–2019)

• Quiz Bowl Middle School Nationals, Chicago (2017–2019)
• EduTech International Congress Delegate in Sydney, Australia (2017)
• Conference for the Advancement of Mathematics (CAMT) (2015–2017)

• Curriculum21 Mapping with Heidi Hayes Jacobs (2015–2017)

• Region IV Digital Learning Workshop: Pioneers of Possibility (2017)
• Region IV Social Studies Workshop Presenter (2016)
• Greg Tang’s Best Practices: Computation, Problem-solving, & Reasoning (2016)

• Responsive Classroom Conference (2016)


CERTIFICATIONS

• Generalist (EC-6) valid from 2010–Present, Texas

• ESL Supplemental valid from 2010–Present, Texas

CORE COMPETENCIES

Authenticity Technology Collaboration Relationships

Communication Motivation Blended Learning