Kelly Luza
8015 Carmel Circle Houston, TX 77095
(713) 870-8315
KellyLuza@aol.com
She is highly skilled in
computer applications that are
needed when working with
students in a twenty first century
environment
Kay Land
Westchester Academy
Librarian, Spring Branch ISD
My experience teaching
children with such a wide variety
of special needs has taught me to
be more understanding and
patient. All children learn at
their own pace. My teaching
style and experience would be a
valuable asset to your school and
the children
Kelly Luza
Professional Profile
Obtain a position where I can maximize my teaching experience, childrens program
development skills and my training abilities to help children learn. I am eager to use
my strong passion for childrens development, together with skills and experience that
will enable me to make a significant difference in your schools.
Experienced in the use of the Internet and educational software.
Experienced with new teaching technologies, interactive whiteboard.
Dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and
nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in children.
Education, Honors, and Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies with specialization in ESL
Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas 2009
Deans List
Presidents List
Inducted into academic honor societies: Gamma Beta Phi, National Society of
Collegiate Scholars, and Kappa Delta Pi
Selected to be an Intern at the White House by the President of TTU
Selected for Duke talent search through S.A.T. scores
Certifications
February 2010 EC-6 & ESL (EC-12)
August 2011 Special Education (EC-12)
May 2012 English Language Arts and Reading (8-12)
September 2016 CPR & First Aid Certified
Professional Teaching Experience
2016-2017 4's & 5's Teacher Wee Hearts Mother's Day Out
Instruct and develop lessons on given topics that are academically appropriate.
Provide a loving, Christian environment while teaching God's word through the
use of visual aids, manipulatives, and technology.
2011-2013 Teacher New School in the Heights
Instruct lesson curriculum for children from K to 2nd grade level. This is a
private psychoanalytical special needs school with students who have ADHD,
OCD, Sensory Integration, and reactive attachment disorder. As a teacher I
actively adapt the lesson plans to make learning creative and interactive to keep
the students actively engaged.
2010-2011 Substitute Teacher Spring Branch ISD
2010-2011 Substitute Teacher Katy ISD
Fall 2009 Student Teaching, Sherwood Elementary Spring Branch ISD
Created and taught lessons in math, science, social studies, and language arts
Led small group discussions
Participated in parent and student conferences at Open House
Led parent discussion and activities at Parent Academic Night
Provided one-on-one attention to students who struggled in a content area
Spring 2009 Field Experience, Cooper South Elementary Lubbock ISD
Created and taught lessons in math, science, social studies, and literacy
Provided one-on-one instruction with students
Led study groups for math and science TAKS
Fall 2008 Field Experience, Cooper West Elementary Lubbock ISD
Mentored and developed a case study on a student in language arts to increase fluency,
spelling, comprehension, phonics, and reading level
Fall 2008 Field Experience, Roosevelt Elementary Lubbock ISD
Monitored ESL students and made accommodations when necessary

Volunteer Work
Memorial Church of Christ
Participated at Work Camps for three years as a counselor
Taught Vacation Bible School in impoverished areas throughout the state
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Worked as a liaison for Ronald McDonald family room at Covenant Hospital
University Medical Center
Volunteer for pediatric and intensive care patients

Gamma Beta Phi

Texas Tech honor society devoted to community service
Elected as Secretary and Public Relations Office for one year
Elected as President for one year
Voted by acclimation for a second term as President
Projects included building an outdoor learning center for an impoverished
school, working at the humane society, sending care packages to the troops,
Race for the Cure, local food bank, and Arbor Day at TTU
References
Brittany Marrs
Teacher
brittanyleemarrs@gmail.com
(832) 289-4775

Vicky Simmet
Teacher
vsimmet21@gmail.com
(610) 308-6416

Katie Hayes
Former Director of Wee Hearts Mother's Day Out
brianandkatiehayes@yahoo.com
(678) 378-3304