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Adam Pharr

Grove,OK

Summary

Dedicated Teacher offering 20 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School Social Studies Teacher

Jay High School
08.2004 - Current
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
  • Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
  • Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students
  • Met or exceeded course and student performance goals
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year
  • Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula

Student Teacher Intern

Westville High School
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students
  • Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement
  • Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone
  • Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
12.2003

Skills

  • Teaching and Instruction
  • Curriculum Development
  • Participation Strategies
  • Assess Student Progress
  • Social Studies
  • Curriculum Standards
  • Test Preparation
  • Common Core Learning Standards
  • Google Classroom
  • Participated in data driven assessment analysis with colleagues
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Effective Written and Verbal Communication
  • Progress Monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Specialized in substituting for multiple classes.
  • Department Head

Certification

Teaching Certificate for grade level 5th - 12th

Timeline

High School Social Studies Teacher

Jay High School
08.2004 - Current

Student Teacher Intern

Westville High School
08.2003 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education

Northeastern State University

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