Passionate Teacher with fifteen experience developing and implementing diverse english language arts curriculums.
Highly proficient in motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.
Successful in supporting students in developing strong literacy skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
08.2008 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
vised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Led before and after school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Tusculum College
Greeneville, TN
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Tusculum College
Greeneville, TN
Skills
Classroom Management
Critical Thinking
Lesson Planning
Motivating students
Accomplishments
Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Mt. Horeb Elementary.
Timeline
Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
08.2008 - Current
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Walters State Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Tusculum College
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Tusculum College
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