Education professional driven to create an environment that promotes learning for students at all stages of the learning process.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Bullard Ready Mix
Andalusia, AL
02.2024 - Current
Identified and resolved operational issues in a timely manner.
Planned and coordinated maintenance activities for the facility.
Managed the daily operations of the plant, including scheduling personnel and equipment.
Facilitated communication between workers at different levels of the organization.
Dog Breeder
Self Employed
Andalusia, AL
02.2019 - Current
Science Teacher
Andalusia High School
Andalusia, Alabama
04.2004 - 05.2021
Taught Biology (core and honors), Environmental Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science to grades 9-12.
Developed daily and weekly lesson plans.
Supported students in developing strategies for individual needs and classroom group dynamics.
Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day to keep them engaged.
Supplied one-on-one attention to each student, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
Encouraged students to be understanding of and helpful to others.
Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions.
Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.
Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education - Biology
Auburn University
2004
Bachelor of Science - Animal and Dairy Sciences/Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Auburn University
2002
Skills
Highly Qualified in Biology
Highly Qualified in General Sciences
Classroom management
First Aid and CPR Certified
Tennis Coach (2004-2009)
Class Sponsor
Accomplishments
Plan Development
Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Goal Setting
Established clear objectives for all lessons/projects and communicated with students, achieving a total understanding of grading rubric and overall class expectations.
Parent Communication
Regularly met with parents to discuss student issues and course weakness areas.
Technology Integration
Increased student participation and test scores by introducing relevant computer programs and exercises to encourage student interest and enjoyment.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Bullard Ready Mix
02.2024 - Current
Dog Breeder
Self Employed
02.2019 - Current
Science Teacher
Andalusia High School
04.2004 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Secondary Education - Biology
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Animal and Dairy Sciences/Pre-Veterinary Medicine