Dynamic K-12 Teacher with a proven track record at Rutherford County Board of Education, excelling in curriculum development and classroom management. Adept at fostering student engagement and critical thinking, I effectively collaborated with parents and colleagues to enhance learning outcomes, ensuring a positive and productive educational environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
K-12 Teacher
river christian academy
Smyrna
08.2024 - 05.2025
Promoted a positive attitude towards learning by motivating students with praise and recognition.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, behavior.
Created a safe classroom environment by establishing clear rules and expectations for behavior.
Encouraged positive social interaction among students in order to create an environment conducive to learning.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Utilized various forms of assessment such as quizzes, tests, projects and assignments to evaluate student understanding.
Collaborated with school administrators, counselors, parents and other teachers to ensure optimal academic success for students.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Organized field trips to enhance classroom curriculum objectives.
Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Integrated educational resources such as books, videos, audio recordings and computer programs into lessons plans.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Substitute Teacher
AdXplore
Murfreesboro
08.2023 - 08.2024
Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
Helped head teacher by restocking missing or low supplies in classroom.
Monitored student progress throughout the day.
Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
English Teacher
Rutherford County Board of Education
Murfreesboro
11.2016 - 05.2021
Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports disciplinary methods.
Encouraged active participation in group discussions about literature.
Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
Made learning grammar fun by involving problem-solving and language play.
Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess science-based curriculum.
Guided students to write for varied purposes and audiences to develop writing skills.
Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level science students.
Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other forms of assessment.
Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
Handled disciplinary problems with calm and poise and reported escalating issues to principal.
Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
Required spoken and written student responses to contexts to increase reading comprehension.
Integrated media content in class to improve listening skill, speaking skill and vocabulary.
Provided feedback on written assignments submitted by students.
Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
Advised students to read topics or materials reflecting personal interests to encourage regular reading.
Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
Used online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning.
Maintained records of student progress by monitoring grades throughout the year.
Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
Integrated current events into lessons to promote critical thinking among students.
Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.