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Adina Smith
Secondary Education
Beaufort,SC
Overview
10
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Department Of Defense EducationBeaufort, SC
Middle School Lead and Advanced Math Teacher
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented different technologies such as FLIPGRID RocketBooks to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
- Liaised between administrators and teachers, facilitating smooth communication for needs of middle school community.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies using Web's Depth of Knowledge and BLOOMS frameworks. To facilitate collaboration and promote higher level thinking in math topics that boost opportunities that engage students in discourse.
- Identified teachers with specific skill sets to recommend for support with middle school team, increasing productivity of middle school community daily processes.
- Instructed students using Carnegie online learning platform in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.
- Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for Accelerated 7/8 and 8Algebra 1 Math courses.
Killeen Independent Sch DistrictKilleen, TX
STEAM Math Teacher
08.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Increasedparent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Department Of Defense EducationQuantico, VA
DODEA Virtual School Science Teacher
08.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
- Designed and developed exceptional technical course content and lab exercises for instructor presentation or self-paced learning.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
Department Of Defense EducationLandstuhl , Germany
DODEA Science Teacher
08.2019 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives with "I CAN" statements based on DoDEa Standards.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured "hands on lessons" during science labs to meet cognitive abilities for "all students" using Tiered RTI strategies by supporting Gifted, 504 and IEP needs.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Environmental Science concepts using Common Core and NGSS Standards.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Department Of Defense EducationRamstein, Germany
Long Term High School Substitute
08.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues of students with severe behavioral issues. By creating and implementing BIP plans that work for student with severe emotional needs in high school.
- Took over class for regular ED-classroom teacher and Special needs teachers, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Killeen Independent Sch DistrictKilleen, Texas
Title 1 Math Educator/ Univ. Texas M. Ed. Intern
08.2014 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Supported new teachers during co-teaching periods by assisting with lessons, activities and classroom management.
- Evaluated district programs and provided technical expertise in collection, analysis, and interpretation as a member of the Site Based Decision Making Committee.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students by creating Intervention weekend camps and afterschool ZERO 0's program to promote academic accountability.
- Built strong mathematical foundation in at risk, urban, title one, military community for 6th grade and 8th grade.
- Managed multiple strategies to support differentiation and scaffolding according to needs of the student using AVID strategies and Growth Mind Set to build student resiliency.
- Collected, analyzed and intercepted quantitative and qualitative data using NWEA, Edutopia and Khan academy to support specific learning strategies for differentiated small group lessons.
Richard Milburn AcademyKilleen, Texas
Title 1 High School Algebra/Discrete Math Educator
08.2012 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Created, collected and recorded data on student progress to determine next steps for student success.
- Provided leadership for program workers and attendees, guiding day-to-day activities and facilitating a growth mindset environment.
- Monitored progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
Education
University of Mary Hardin-BaylorBelton, TX
Bachelor of Science from Biological And Physical Sciences
08.2007 - 12.2011
University Overview
The University of Texas At ArlingtonArlington, TX
Master of Science from Educational Leadership Policy And Administration
01.2014 - 05.2016
University Overview
Texas A&M University - Central TexasKilleen, TX
No Degree from Curriculum And Instruction
05.2001
University Overview
- Continuing education in Universal Design Curriculum, Special Population Learning, and Foundations of Education Implemention
University of Maryland Global CampusAdelphi, MD
No Degree from Mathematics Education
05.2001
University Overview
- Continuing education in Mathematics Curriculum Development
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
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Timeline
Middle School Lead and Advanced Math Teacher
Department Of Defense Education
01.2022 - Current
STEAM Math Teacher
Killeen Independent Sch District
08.2021 - 12.2021
DODEA Virtual School Science Teacher
Department Of Defense Education
08.2020 - 06.2021
DODEA Science Teacher
Department Of Defense Education
08.2019 - 06.2020
Long Term High School Substitute
Department Of Defense Education
08.2018 - 06.2019
Title 1 Math Educator/ Univ. Texas M. Ed. Intern
Killeen Independent Sch District
08.2014 - 08.2017
The University of Texas At Arlington
Master of Science from Educational Leadership Policy And Administration
01.2014 - 05.2016
Title 1 High School Algebra/Discrete Math Educator
Richard Milburn Academy
08.2012 - 06.2014
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Bachelor of Science from Biological And Physical Sciences
08.2007 - 12.2011
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
No Degree from Curriculum And Instruction
05.2001
University of Maryland Global Campus
No Degree from Mathematics Education
05.2001