Teanna Turner
Dickson
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Dickson County Schools, excelling in classroom management and fostering strong relationships with students and families. Skilled in lesson planning and utilizing interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement, I prioritize critical thinking and collaboration to create a supportive learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Dickson County Schools
08.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Teacher
Goose and Gander Preschool
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Planned and prepared activities for 3 year old students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Adopted technological advancements that engaged and empowered children.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Home/Home Health
06.2007 - 01.2017
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN08-2024
Associate of Science - Education
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12-2023
Associate of Science - Educaton
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05-2023
High School Diploma -
Mcnairy Central High School
Selmer, TN05-2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Collaborative learning
- Family involvement
- Excellent classroom management
Certification
- COMP Training - 2022
Timeline
Teacher
Dickson County Schools
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Goose and Gander Preschool
01.2017 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Home/Home Health
06.2007 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Education
Austin Peay State University
Associate of Science - Education
Austin Peay State University
Associate of Science - Educaton
Nashville State Community College
High School Diploma -
Mcnairy Central High School
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