Sonya Taylor
Covington
Summary
Experienced elementary and middle school educator proficient in language arts. Demonstrated skills in spelling, grammar and verbal communication principles. Licensed in Tennessee.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
07.2024 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls and emails.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Planned and supervised field trips.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
4th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Education
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2023
Initial Licensure -
University of Tennessess at Martin
12.2014
Master of Education - Teaching Skills and Methodology
Cambridge College
01-2012
Bachelor of Art - General Education Studies and Minor in Individualized Psychology
Crichton College
05.2007
Skills
- Grammar
- Writing instruction
- Curriculum design
- Literary analysis
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year in 2023 and 2024.
Timeline
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
07.2024 - Current
4th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
06.2022 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Art - General Education Studies and Minor in Individualized Psychology
Crichton College
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Initial Licensure -
University of Tennessess at Martin
Master of Education - Teaching Skills and Methodology
Cambridge College
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