Kathy Skierski, a special education teacher at Richland Elementary in Richardson ISD, recommends John Sparks for a teaching position. She has worked with John for the last 3 years and found him to be dedicated, enthusiastic, and excellent at collaborating with other teachers and staff. While she is sad to see him leave Richland Elementary, Kathy believes John will be a great asset for any school that hires him.

1. RICHLAND ELEMENTARY
RICHARDSON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Where all students learn, grow and succeed.
June 20, 2012
My name is Kathy Skierski and I've worked in Richardson ISD for 14 years, the last 5 as a Special
Education Teacher. I have worked with John Sparks for the last 3 years and highly recommend him as a
teacher.
John came into our school as a substitute. He was then hired as an ELA/Social Studies 5th grade teacher
for a year and as the 4th grade ELA teacher last year. I've had the opportunity to work directly with him
for the last 2 years as I support both 4th and 5th grade special education students, both as an inclusion
teacher, as well as a pull-out teacher. He was great to collaborate with as he brought his enthusiasm,
energy and ideas to our planning meetings.
John is extremely dedicated to serving all students with various needs and backgrounds. He is also
excellent at establishing rapport with other faculty members, parents, support staff, and district personnel.
He was a true asset to Richland Elementary and I am sorry to see him move on, but wish him luck and
happiness in his future endeavors. He will be a real asset at whatever school who is fortunate enough to
hire him.
If you have any questions about John or his qualifications as a teacher, you may contact me directly at
972-977-9456 or by email.
Thank you,
Kathy Skierski
kathy.skierski@risd.org