Farrah Conkel - Fuchs

167 Condor View, Weatherford TX 76087

817.739.4847 (C)

farrahconkel@hotmail.com

To obtain a position as a professional school counselor in a collaborative and positive school environment that
allows me to utilize my ability to build relationships with students and be a support in the academic environment to
all students, family, and staff.

Differentiated instruction
Guided reading
Curriculum development

Math/Literacy center planner

Project approach

Core Competencies
Behavioral strategies
Hands-on activities
Classroom management
Rigorous instruction
Adapting curriculum

Teaching ESL students

Word work strategies

Writers workshop
Readers workshop
Tracking progress

Education and Certification

Angelo State University, 1995-2000
B.S. in Special Education
Early Childhood Certification
ESL Certification
Dallas Baptist University 2014 Present
Masters in School Counseling in process

Generalist Special Education Certification

Professional Teaching Experience

Seguin Elementary School, WISD
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2014 - 2015
First Grade Teacher
Develop and implement lesson plans and instructional plans according to campus standards; motivate students to
participate in various educational activities while embracing a variety of learning styles; develop and create learning
opportunities for students educational, social, and behavioral growth; interact with parents and communicate
academic progress; create positive, structured, and safe learning environments for all students; develop and
maintain behavioral and discipline policies; coordinate with colleagues to evaluate and enhance curricular programs
for student academic excellence; accommodate different learning styles and instruction methodology for English
language learners and special education students; use different assessment methods to evaluate student progress,
their academic strengths and weakness and individualized goal setting for academic growth; maintain accurate
attendance and grade records for each student; develop positive parent teacher relationships and promote parent
teacher partnerships; and attend educational trainings and workshops to facilitate and maintain professional
growth.
Chisholm Ridge Elementary School, EMSISD
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2014 2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Plan a program that helps each student achieve learning objectives and curriculum goals; prepare rigorous lesson
plans, materials, and resources; select and use instructional methods appropriate for each child; adapt standard
teaching methods to meet the different student needs and interests; create a positive and appropriate classroom
environment that is conducive to learning; develop and implement a suitable classroom management system;
encourage cooperative social behavior while observing, evaluating, and recording childrens social and academic
progress; communicate effectively by providing constructive feedback to parents, guardians, and administrators,
collaborate with colleagues effectively.
Basswood Elementary School, KISD
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2008 - 2014
Intervention Specialist Teacher (K-4 th Grade) and Kindergarten Teacher
Initiated rigorous interventions in a small group setting for Tier 3 students; Campus Leadership Team and
Department Leader; Campus Improvement Plan Team Leader, Campus Educational Improvement Committee;
Trained students and facilitated School Safety Committee; Collaborated with teachers, families, and administration
for SIT meetings to evaluate progress; Provided purposeful tutorial sessions for struggling learners before and
after school; Incorporated language and literacy models into learning; Modified curriculum for ESL learners taught
on an individualized basis; Used authentic assessment, portfolios, data folders, formative assessments, and
anecdotal notes to track progress; Directed ongoing assessments to allow for fluid groups; Trained, mentored, and
coached staff on assessment, progress monitoring, and good teaching practices in literacy and math; Trained
teachers in the use of TPRI, CPAA, AIMSweb, DRA, and a variety of assessment tools used to track progress.

Cathy Henry

TEEM/Texas Early Education Mentor Teacher__

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2006 2008
Texas Grant through UTHSC for Pre-K and PPCD
Mentored 25 Early Childhood teachers within a variety of settings throughout FWISD and surrounding districts;
Facilitated e-CIRCLE on-line professional development courses in areas such as classroom management, literacy,
phonological awareness, and written expression; Directed and supervised vertical action team meetings at my
campuses, Trained teachers in Mclass and TPRI assessment tools; Organized and communicated assessment
data with school administrators.
Weldon Hafley Development Center, EMS-ISD
2004 2006
Integrated Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/PPCD
Educated a variety of learners in an integrated setting successfully; Introduced language and literacy models into
each developmental area of learning; Integrated CIRCLE strategies throughout literacy centers and work stations;
Built a strong foundation for our earliest, at-risk learners to be successful, Modified curriculum for ESL and special
needs learners on an individualized basis.
Marine Creek Elementary, LWISD

2001 2004

First Grade and PPCD

Incorporated rigorous learning for our youngest learners; Chaired Early Childhood Education representative for our
campus; In home trainer for children with Autism; Collaborated with colleagues for planning successful and
purposeful lessons.

Cathy Henry