A'Keyia Utterback
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering four years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation, ongoing evaluations, social and emotional learning with strong classroom management skills. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- 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.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Family Case Manager
Department Of Child Services
09.2008 - 07.2019
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Indiana
1400 E. Hanna Ave. Indianapolis, IN 4620305.2008
Skills
- Classroom Observation
- Fundraising Strategies
- Independent Thinking
- Instructional Strategies/Techniques
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Google Drive
- Maintain Records
- Active Participation
- Activity Planning
- IEP Familiarity
- Staff Meetings
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Model Positive Behaviors
- Special Assignments
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- Tutoring
- Group Leadership
- Class Instruction
- Social Behaviors
- Engage Students
Timeline
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2023
Family Case Manager
Department Of Child Services
09.2008 - 07.2019
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Marian University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Indiana