SYMANTHA DICKENS

Katy, Tx
(832) 788-8620 | symmie92@gmail.com

Education
Inspire Texas, Region IV ACP Certification Program
Teacher Certification EC-6 Core Subjects (Present)
Completed TExES Exam - Passed (Highly Qualified) ELAR & STR – Science of Teaching Reading,
Mathematics, Fine Arts, Health, and Phys Ed

Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches TX

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications, Strategic Communications (December 2015)
ADHOC President 2015, ADHOC Vice President 2014, ADHOC Public Relations Officer 2014

Professional Experience

Pre-K Lead Teacher, Primrose – West Cinco Ranch

Katy, TX July 2018 – Present
• Implemented and taught approved lesson plans across all subjects, such as literacy, writing, science and
mathematics
• Practiced classroom leadership and curriculum management through each subject
• Encouraged students to practice creativity through each lesson and be confident in their decisions
• Conducted student evaluations and parent-teacher conferences

Science Interventionist, Katy Junior High (Katy ISD)

Katy, TX September 2017 – June 2018
• Assisted teachers in daily teaching responsibilities and curriculum
• Gained both small group and individual expertise
• Supported in teaching remedial lessons
• Tracked student progress through data research of assignments and assessments
• Encouraged and supported students through numerous teacher duties

Substitute Teacher, Katy ISD

Katy, TX October 2016 – June 2018
• Performed daily lesson plans set forth by teacher
• Lead daily activities involving the students

Long Term Substitute Teacher, McFee Elementary (CFISD)

Katy, TX November 2016 – March 2017
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
technological equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned
• Cooperate with other members of staff for planning and implementing instructional goals,
objectives, including special education teachers to modify curricula according to the IEP
• Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing and use results to plan
instructional activities
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for the physical, social, and emotional
development of students
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to campus policies
• Maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Compile and maintain all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques to enhance community and parent involvement
in the local school system
• Present positive role model for students and support mission of the district
Account Executive, Rumsheidt Enterprises
Cypress, TX February 2016 – July 2016
• Completed numerous client projects with tight deadlines based on their expectations
• Organized client meetings to discuss their advertising needs
• Created and monitored content on the company’s various social media platforms, such as Facebook,
Twitter and Instagram
• Presented new and innovative campaign ideas to clients
• Negotiated with clients to solve any problems and made sure deadlines were met
• Completed reporting on campaign progress
• Contacted clients throughout all stages of the campaign
• Managed account budgets and invoices
• Graphically designed brochures, sales books, and logos
• Gained extensive knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications, all Adobe software (Photoshop,,
Apple/Mac Software, basic web design, workplace communication, workplace organization, and good
team-building skills

Communications Intern, Nacogdoches Independent School District

Nacogdoches, TX August 2015 – December 2015
• Created and published numerous press releases and social media posts
• Created flyers for various academic events
• Partnered with the Director of Communication to draft and distribute, through the district’s website and
social media platforms, crisis information to both staff and parents
• Assisted department staff in all routine clerical duties and responsibilities
• Performed data entry duties via their computer terminal software
• Strategically brainstormed and created different marketing tactics
• Gained extensive knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications, workplace communication, workplace
organization, and good team-building skills

Communications Intern, Nacogdoches Chamber of Commerce

Nacogdoches, TX January 2015 – May 2015
• Extensive training representing customer service
• Answered phone concerns and located a solution for all issues
• Created and posted press releases and flyers to help make the city more marketable
• Managed social media pages
• Organized and attended numerous chamber events in the community
• Gained extensive knowledge in customer service, event organization/planning, all Microsoft Office
applications, workplace communication, workplace organization, and good team-building skills