Susan Houston
Memphis
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
MCSC
Memphis
08.1999 - 02.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Coordinated with parents to communicate student needs and academic goals.
- Mentored new educators to foster professional development and teaching skills.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning activities.
- Participated in curriculum development initiatives to align with educational standards.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Communicated with parents and guardians about student daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Conveyed and utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents and fellow educators.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Identified weakness and strengths to create strategic student improvement plans.
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, test scores.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments.
Doctor's Assistant
Baptist Hospital Heart Doctors
Memphis
01.1989 - 12.1993
- Assisted medical staff with patient intake and preparation for examinations.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed appointment logistics effectively.
- Maintained patient records and ensured accurate documentation in electronic systems.
- Supported administrative tasks including filing, billing, and insurance verification efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-1999
Skills
- Assessment strategies
- Classroom management
- Performance evaluation
- Student engagement
- Collaborative teaching
- Parent communication
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Educator
MCSC
08.1999 - 02.2025
Doctor's Assistant
Baptist Hospital Heart Doctors
01.1989 - 12.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Memphis
Similar Profiles
Brittny J. LawsonBrittny J. Lawson
Lead Logistician and Program Manager, Logistics Integrated Information Solutions at U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC)Lead Logistician and Program Manager, Logistics Integrated Information Solutions at U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC)
SHIJO ABRAHAM NEDUMPURATHSHIJO ABRAHAM NEDUMPURATH
MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Structural & Piping) at MECHANICAL CONTRACTING & SERVICES COMPANY (MCSC)MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Structural & Piping) at MECHANICAL CONTRACTING & SERVICES COMPANY (MCSC)
Yusuf Mohammed AlnashabaYusuf Mohammed Alnashaba
QA/QC Inspector at MCSC-Mechanical Contracting & Services CompanyQA/QC Inspector at MCSC-Mechanical Contracting & Services Company
ALICE GILMOREALICE GILMORE
Assistant Public Defender at Law Office of the Shelby County Public DefenderAssistant Public Defender at Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender
Danijha FoustDanijha Foust
Dental Assistant at J. Cox OrthodonticsDental Assistant at J. Cox Orthodontics