Janelle Schulze

6907 Circle S Rd. Austin, TX 78745 | 512-791-2488 | nellieschulze@gmail.com

http://janelleschulze.weebly.com/

Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator, effective at providing quality instruction and fostering a positive learning
environment. My strengths include facilitating learning through thoughtful planning, maintaining a constructive
setting and collaborating with staff and other school community members to provide students with the most dynamic
learning experience possible.

Professional Experience
TEACHER | PEASE ELEMENTARY | AUSTIN, TX
AUGUST 2016-PRESENT
Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for 4th grade, administered tests and evaluations, and analyzed student
performance. Conducted group/individual math, science, and health activities. Fostered a classroom environment conducive to
learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interaction. Participated in faculty and parent conferences.

TEACHER ASSISTANT | ZILKER ELEMENTARY | AUSTIN, TX

AUGUST 2014-2016
Provided special education and general education supports to students individually and in small groups. Collaborated with other
staff members to plan and implement lessons promoting learning and student engagement. Differentiated instruction
according to student ability and skill level. Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school
administrators.

ESL TEACHER/COORDINATOR | EDEN PARK ACADEMY | AUSTIN, TX

JANUARY 2013- JULY 2014
Taught English language skills to ESL students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. Planned lessons encompassing a
range of skill-building activities for listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Conducted whole class and small group
classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs. Coordinated and conducted all aspects of LPAC. Lead staff
training sessions in ESL teaching strategies. Served as Campus TELPAS Coordinator.

RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION SPECIALIST | EDEN PARK ACADEMY | AUSTIN, TX

AUGUST 2009-DECEMBER 2012
Tutored students individually and in small groups using the RtI model. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to
retain student interest and maximize learning. Observed and assessed student performance and retained thorough records of
student progress. Trained to use Boost and Blitz reading intervention programs.

Professional Accomplishments
Current TEA Certifications in EC-4, ESL, and Sped
Conducted campus wide trainings for ESL services and effective ESL teaching strategies.
Coordinated and conducted information sessions for families of ESL students.
Researched and developed a comprehensive Gifted and Talented program model for Eden Park Academy.
Lead teacher for math enrichment program (took students to compete in the National Mathematics Pentathlon
Tournament for 4 years)

Skills & Abilities

Proficient in Spanish
Technologically adept
Flexible and adaptive
Calm under pressure
Resourceful and creative

Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE | 2007 | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Interdisciplinary Studies (Early Childhood through Grade 4 - Bilingual)
Magna Cum Laude
Member of Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO)