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Houston Area Teacher Center Conference &

Student Teacher Job FairNovember 10, 2017TEACH! Houston Area Teacher Center

November 10, 2017Conference & Teacher Job Fair

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“The HATC conference prepared me to enter the teaching field with an abundance of useful information. I feel inspired and ready to impact

the lives of my future students.”

–Bethaney Jones (COE ’16)Rookie Teacher of the Year, Harvard Elementary

(Houston ISD)

University of HoustonCollege of Education

Farish Hall3657 Cullen Blvd.

Houston, Texas 77204

University of HoustonHilton Hotel

4450 University DriveHouston, TX 77204

uh.edu/education/713.743.5000

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HATC Conference & Student Teacher Job Fair

MORNING REGISTRATIONConrad Hilton Ballroom, Hilton UH

GENERAL SESSIONConrad Hilton Ballroom, Hilton UH

Shea CulpepperUniversity of Houston

Amber ThompsonUniversity of Houston

Karen CosseyTeacher RecruiterSpring Branch ISD

Kay KerrHuman Resources DirectorChannelview ISD

Andrea KuhnHuman Resources DirectorCypress-Fairbanks ISD

Jeff McCannaOfficer of Human CapitalHouston ISD

Martin MoffettHuman Resources CoordinatorPasadena ISD

Conference Session 1Farish Hall

Conference Session 2Farish Hall

LUNCH ON YOUR OWN

JOB FAIRConrad Hilton Ballroom, Hilton UH

1:30-2:30 p.m. 2017 graduates only

2:30-3:30 p.m. open to all attendees

8:00-8:45 a.m.

8:45-10:00 a.m.

WELCOME & OVERVIEW

PANEL PRESENTATION

PANEL DISCUSSANT

10:15-11:15 a.m.

12:30-1:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.


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Expectations of a First-Year Teacher Our workshop will focus on transitioning to the professional environment, the “science” of teaching and the “art” of teaching. This interactive session will give you the necessary skill set to effectively navigate your first year and allow you to be a change agent and difference maker. You can do more than just survive your first year; you can thrive!

Presented by: Jeff McCanna, Houston ISD; Andrea Kuhn, Cypress-Fairbanks ISDRoom: 101 (capacity 161)

The 403B: YOUR Educator Retirement PlanLearn the basics of your 403B retirement plan. We will discuss what it is, how to enrolland the benefits of the plan. Prepare for your future now with a plan that is designedjust for you.

Presented by: Cesar Olivares, SWBC Investment ServicesRoom: 130 (capacity 30)

Special Education Teachers – Tips for SuccessThis workshop will provide effective strategies for the aspiring special education teacher. We will discuss how to interact appropriately with students in each of the 13 categories of disability and how to be an effective case manager. From the interview to the classroom, these are the topics that will make you a shining star.

Presented by: Kay Kerr, Channelview ISD; Gloria Roach, Channelview ISDRoom: 131 (capacity 30)

Teacher’s First Day/Week/Year When Beginning Mid-YearThis presentation helps teachers plan for their first day, week and year on the job when beginning in the middle of the year. Often new teachers don’t know how to prepare, whom to contact or what to expect. Tips will be given on classroom management, resources and a couple of videos of teachers talking about their first day/week/year giving advice.

Presented by: Kim Alvarez, Alvin ISDRoom: 211 (capacity 50)

Session 110:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.


What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do: Ethical Decision-Making for TeachersFrom grades and testing to parent interactions and social media, teachers face difficult situations in which they must make ethical decisions. What do you do when you don’t know what to do? Use an ethical decision-making model as a framework for gathering information, documenting your decision-making process and implementing a plan of action. Come learn about ethical decision-making models and practice applying them in educational dilemmas.

Presented by: John T. Spoede, Houston Baptist University; Polly Trevino, Houston Baptist UniversityRoom: 213 (capacity 50)

Finding the Right Fit (for a job at any level)What is the key to having a successful start in your profession? One of the most important things when considering whether to accept a position in a district and at a school: Is this a perfect fit for me? Attend this session if you want to learn some factors to consider when making your final decision to accept a position.

Presented by: Karen Cossey, Spring Branch ISD; Marty Moffett, Pasadena ISDRoom: 217 (capacity 50)

Maximizing Opportunities for All Students – Keep the Fire Burning as a New Teacher Focus on reducing the failure and dropout rates and maximizing opportunities for students to learn and achieve self-fulfillment. Also, learn about removing barriers to maximize each student’s potential for intellectual academic development from the low-achieving student to the high-achieving student.

Presented by: Michelle Shoulders, Bellaire High School, Houston ISD; Kori Catlin, Bellaire High School, Houston ISDRoom: 218 (capacity 50)

Creating Your Own Professional Learning NetworkNow that you’ve graduated and gotten a job, how will you continue to be a learner? Come to this session to gain more insight regarding being a professional and remaining active in the world of education. You’ll leave with fresh ideas and renewed energy as you head toward your first classroom as a teacher.

Presented by: Michael McDonough, Bellaire High School, Houston ISD; Debbie Campbell, Bellaire High School, Houston ISDRoom: 219 (capacity 50)


Strategies for Getting Your First Secondary Teaching Job An interactive workshop designed to help you land your first job. Strategies include proper etiquette and how to answer interview questions that put you on the top of every principal’s list. (For Fall 2017 Graduates ONLY)

Presented by: Robert Laird, Channelview ISD; Cynthia Benitez, Channelview ISDRoom: 222A (capacity 50)

Strategies for Getting Your First Elementary Teaching Job An interactive workshop designed to help you land your first job. Strategies include proper etiquette and how to answer and ask the “hooking questions” that put you on the top of every principal’s list. (For Fall 2017 Graduates ONLY)

Presented by: Nathan Boughton, Aldine ISD; Scott Corrick, Aldine ISDRoom: 232 (capacity 70)

Successful Classroom Management Techniques and the Power of Promoting Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports in a High School ClassroomManaging behavior in a high school classroom is one of the most challenging skills to master as a teacher. Teachers who struggle with this skill often find themselves leaving the profession in their first three years. Unfortunately, there is no magic or quick fix when it comes to managing teenagers. However, teachers who utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) often report being happier and more successful with their chosen profession. In this session, participants will learn about proactive approaches to establish PBIS in the classroom and walk away with real-world examples they can implement on the first day of school.

Presented by: Mark Grisdale, Tompkins HS, Katy ISD; Andrew Lowry, Mayde Creek HS, Katy ISD; Yolanda Clarke, Tompkins HS, Katy ISD; Kiley Lubojasky, Paetow HS, Katy ISDRoom: 307 (capacity 50)

Personal Branding and Professional Communication – Rev Up Your Résumé and Cover LetterA well-written résumé and cover letter are your ticket to a job interview. This workshop will help you recognize and apply key strategies for effective résumé and cover letter writing that illustrate your transferable skills to get school districts to call back. After the presentation, students can receive on-the-spot feedback on their résumé and cover letter.

Presented by: Donah Justice, University of Houston; Priyanka Raut, University of HoustonRoom: 336 (capacity 50)


Expectations of a First-Year TeacherOur workshop will focus on transitioning to the professional environment, the “science” of teaching and the “art” of teaching. This interactive session will give you the necessary skill set to effectively navigate your first year and allow you to be a change agent and difference maker. You can do more than just survive your first year – you can thrive!

Presented by: Jeff McCanna, Houston ISD; Andrea Kuhn, Cypress-Fairbanks ISDRoom: 101 (capacity 161)

The 403B: YOUR Educator Retirement PlanLearn the basics of your 403B retirement plan. We will discuss what it is, how to enroll and the benefits of the plan. Prepare for your future now with a plan that is designed just for you.

Presented by: Cesar Olivares, SWBC Investment ServicesRoom: 130 (capacity 30)

Teacher’s First Day/Week/Year When Beginning Mid-YearThis presentation helps teachers plan for their first day, week and year on the job when beginning in the middle of the year. Often new teachers don’t know how to prepare, whom to contact or what to expect. Tips will be given on classroom management, resources and a couple of videos of teachers talking about their first day/week/year giving advice.

Presented by: Kim Alvarez, Alvin ISDRoom: 211 (capacity 50)

What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do: Ethical Decision-Making for TeachersFrom grades and testing to parent interactions and social media, teachers face difficult situations in which they must make ethical decisions. What do you do when you don’t know what to do? Use an ethical decision-making model as a framework for gathering information, documenting your decision-making process and implementing a plan of action. Come learn about ethical decision-making models and practice (continued)

Session 211:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.


applying them in educational dilemmas.

Presented by: John T. Spoede, Houston Baptist University; Polly Trevino, Houston Baptist UniversityRoom: 213 (capacity 50)

Maximizing Opportunities for All Students – Keep the Fire Burning as a New TeacherFocus on reducing the failure and dropout rates and maximizing opportunities for students to learn and achieve self-fulfillment. Also, learn about removing barriers to maximize each student’s potential for intellectual academic development from the low-achieving student to the high-achieving student.

Presented by: Michelle Shoulders, Bellaire High School, Houston ISD; Kori Catlin, Bellaire High School, Houston ISDRoom: 218 (capacity 50)

Creating Your Own Professional Learning NetworkNow that you’ve graduated and gotten a job, how will you continue to be a learner? Come to this session to gain more insight regarding being a professional and remaining active in the world of education. You’ll leave with fresh ideas and renewed energy as you head toward your first classroom as a teacher.

Presented by: Michael McDonough, Bellaire High School - Houston ISD; Debbie Campbell, Bellaire High School, Houston ISDRoom: 219 (capacity 50)

Making Learning Fun Participants in this workshop will learn meaningful classroom-specific strategies to plan and transition curriculum guided by the goals, purposes and definitions of a differentiated learning environment.

Presented by: Kent Divoll, University of Houston-Clear LakeRoom: 222A (capacity 50)

Strategies for Getting Your First Elementary Teaching Job An interactive workshop designed to help you land your first job. Strategies include proper etiquette and how to answer and ask the “hooking questions” that put you on the top of every principal’s list. (For Fall 2017 Graduates ONLY)

Presented by: Nathan Boughton, Aldine ISD; Scott Corrick, Aldine ISDRoom: 232 (capacity 70)


Successful Classroom Management Techniques and the Power of Promoting Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports in a High School ClassroomManaging behavior in a high school classroom is one of the most challenging skills to master as a teacher. Teachers who struggle with this skill often find themselves leaving the profession in their first three years. Unfortunately, there is no magic or quick fix when it comes to managing teenagers. However, teachers who utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) often report being happier and more successful with their chosen profession. In this session, participants will learn about proactive approaches to establish PBIS in the classroom and walk away with real-world examples they can implement on the first day of school.

Presented by: Mark Grisdale, Tompkins HS, Katy ISD; Andrew Lowry, Mayde Creek HS, Katy ISD; Yolanda Clarke, Tompkins HS, Katy ISD; Kiley Lubojasky, Paetow HS, Katy ISDRoom: 307 (capacity 50)

Electronic Portfolio: Enhance Your Interview and Hiring Potential With an Electronic Portfolio Enhance your interview and hiring potential with a showcase portfolio. This presentation will show you samples of an exemplary portfolio to give you ideas.

Presented by: Hsin-Hui Lin, University of Houston-Victoria; Lynn Freeman, University of Houston-VictoriaRoom: 327 (capacity 20)

Personal Branding and Professional Communication – Rev Up Your Résumé and Cover LetterA well-written résumé and cover letter are your ticket to a job interview. This workshop will help you recognize and apply key strategies for effective résumé and cover letter writing that illustrate your transferable skills to get school districts to call back! After the presentation, students can receive on-the-spot feedback on their résumé and cover letter.

Presented by: Donah Justice, University of Houston; Priyanka Raut, University of HoustonRoom: 336 (capacity 50)


Karen Cossey, Teacher Recruiter, Spring Branch Independent School DistrictKaren Cossey serves as a teacher recruiter for Spring Branch ISD where she oversees student teaching placements as well as recruiting and marketing efforts for highly qualified teaching personnel. She also serves as a liaison between Human Resources and universities and is instrumental in organizing screening events and job fairs for the district. Her career in Spring Branch ISD has spanned 29 years. She served as an elementary teacher before assuming her current role in 2008.

Kay Kerr, Human Resources Director, Channelview Independent School DistrictKay Kerr is an alum of University of Houston – Clear Lake with her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. She has served students as a teacher, librarian and an administrator. She has been in human resources for the past 20 years staffing schools. She served as a former president of the Houston Area Teacher Center (HATC).

Andrea Kuhn, Assistant Director, Human Resources, Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School DistrictAndrea Kuhn is one of three assistant directors for professional staffing for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Her career in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD has spanned 38 years. She served as an elementary teacher and assistant principal before assuming her current role in 2007. She completed her master’s in education administration at the University of Houston.

Jeff McCanna, Officer of Human Capital, Houston Independent School DistrictJeff McCanna is currently in his 27th year in education. He served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal and director of human resources before assuming his current position as officer of human capital for HISD. He works with several national organizations focused on teacher equity for underserved students. He is presently working on his doctoral degree in educational administration and human resources.

Marty Moffett, Human Resource Coordinator, Pasadena Independent School DistrictMarty Moffett is serving his 34th year in education. He has served as a teacher, basketball and football coach, assistant principal, principal and now as a human resources coordinator for Pasadena ISD. He completed his M.S. at the University of Houston – Clear Lake.

Panelists


HATC MembersAldine ISD*Alief ISD*Alvin ISD*Angleton ISDBrazosport ISD*Channelview ISD*Clear Creek ISD*Columbia-Brazoria ISDConroe ISD*Crosby ISDCypress-Fairbanks ISD*Deer Park ISDFort Bend ISD*Friendswood ISDGalena Park ISD*Goose Creek ISD*Harris County Dept. of Educ.*Houston ISD*

Huffman ISDHumble ISD*Katy ISD*Klein ISD*Lamar Consolidated ISD*La Porte ISD*New Caney ISD*Pasadena ISD*Pearland ISD*Region IV ESCRoyal ISD*Santa Fe ISDSealy ISDSheldon ISDSpring ISD*Spring Branch ISD*Texas City ISD*Tomball ISD*

*Participating Members

Participating Non-MembersAmigos Por Vida-Friends for Life Charter SchoolArchdiocese of Galveston-HoustonBeaumont ISDBering Strait School DistrictBob Hope SchoolCarrollton-Farmers Branch ISDCleveland ISDDallas ISD

Dickinson ISDGalveston ISDKidventureKIPP Houston Public SchoolsMagnolia ISDMesquite ISDMonarch School and InstituteTyler ISDWichita Falls ISD


Amber Thompson, University of Houston

Paula Leveston, University of Houston

Araceli Enriquez, University of Houston

Conference Planning Team

About the Hosts

The Houston Area Teacher Center (HATC) is a cooperative effort of the University of Houston College of Education and Houston-area school districts whose major purpose is to improve students’ education through strong preparation of educators working in preK-20 schools. Founded in 1970, HATC includes roughly three dozen districts and is believed to be the nation’s oldest and largest teacher center.

The University of Houston College of Education merges research and real-world experiences to train teachers, principals, counselors, psychol-ogists, health educators and other academic leaders. The college serves more than 2,500 students in undergraduate and graduate programs that have earned national recognition.

Participating UniversitiesHouston Baptist UniversityTexas Southern University

University of HoustonUniversity of Houston – Clear LakeUniversity of Houston – Downtown

University of St. Thomas


Special Thanks

All panelists, presenters and session chairsAssociation of Texas Professional Educators Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union

KidventureTexas State Teachers Association

Julia Arceneaux, Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit UnionKasi Bundoc, University of Houston-Downtown

Ron Coleman, University of HoustonShea Culpepper, University of Houston

Delilah Davis, Texas Southern UniversitySascha Holmes, Hilton University of Houston

Miranda Jasso, University of HoustonJean Kiekel, University of St. Thomas

Ava Mathis, Houston Baptist University Ericka Mellon, University of Houston

Luke McGinty, KidventureSylvia Molina, Hilton University of Houston

Kelly Moore, University of Houston-Clear LakeKathleen Patnaude, University of Houston

Kevin Pham, University of HoustonDaniel Pineda, University of HoustonJaime Questell, University of Houston

Beverly Roberts, Prairie View A&M UniversityTim Rosas, University of HoustonBeth Saunders, Alonti Catering

Frances Smith, Texas State Teachers AssociationMargaret Spangler, University of Houston

Jeylan Yassin, University of HoustonAimee Young, University of Houston


Volunteers

Haylee Anderson

Jennifer Augustyn

Taylor Bell

Carla Castillo

Kelly Chung

Rachel Fort

Rocio Huerta

Krystal Kennedy

Jessica Martinez

Daisy Orozco

Vivianne Pineda

Jennifer Rodas

Gaby Serna

Adriana Villalva


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