Olivia Smith
Murfreesboro
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Rutherford County Schools, excelling in classroom management and fostering meaningful relationships. Expert in differentiated instruction and collaborative learning, significantly enhancing student engagement and success. Skilled in data-driven decision-making, ensuring tailored educational strategies that meet diverse needs.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhance classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher
Sumner County Schools
09.2015 - 07.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative learning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Testing and grading
Timeline
Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Sumner County Schools
09.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
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